best
名詞
定義 best 名詞
- B1Singular
The most excellent one within a group of things or people.
I have a very simple taste; I only go for the best.
He aimed for his children to have the best, including excellent education, beautiful homes, and overseas trips.
I enjoy all of Hitchcock's films, but I consider "Notorious" to be the best one.
片語 best 名詞
- best of luck
An expression used to convey wishes of success to someone before a test or a challenging undertaking.
• Best of luck with your final exams!
- have had the best of
To have experienced the most enjoyable or advantageous part of something, with the implication that what remains is less desirable.
• We've had the best of the trip already; the rest of the itinerary might not be as exciting.
- at its best
even when considered in the most positive way
• The food was bland at best, and at worst completely inedible.
- best of all
Used to indicate the most desirable or pleasing aspect of something.
• The restaurant has a great atmosphere and excellent service, and best of all, it's very affordable.
- at best
even when considered in the most positive way
• The food was bland at best, and at worst completely inedible.
- make the best of
To utilize an unsatisfactory situation to its best possible advantage, ensuring the most positive outcome.
• Despite the bad weather, we tried to make the best of the picnic.
- for the best
Describes an action or decision that, while it might seem unpleasant at the time, is ultimately done to improve a situation or produce a positive outcome.
• Leaving this job might be scary, but in the long run it's for the best.
- Best, ...
Used as a valediction at the end of a friendly message or letter, preceding the writer's name.
• Looking forward to seeing you at the conference. Best, Mary.
- all the best
A phrase used to express good wishes or farewell to someone, often in a friendly or informal context.
• I wish you all the best in your exams!
- be at your best
To be in the most active, intelligent, or capable state one can be.
• I am not at my best in the morning.
- the best of
In sports, particularly those involving matches with multiple games, to play 'the best of' a specific number of games means that the contest will consist of that number of games, and the player or team that wins the most games is declared the winner.
• Shall we play the best of five?
- do/try your (very) best
To exert the maximum effort possible in attempting to achieve something.
• I will do my very best to complete this task, hoping to meet your expectations.
- to the best of your ability
To do something as well as one is capable of doing.
• You only need to complete this task to the best of your ability.
- to the best of my knowledge/belief
Based on the information and understanding that I currently possess.
• To the best of my knowledge, the budget for this project has not been fully finalized.
動詞
定義 best 動詞
- Transitive
To defeat someone in a competition or fight.
He beat his opponent in just a couple of rounds.
The athlete successfully bested last year's champion.
She bested him in chess.
形容詞
定義 best 形容詞
- A1
Of the highest quality, the most suitable, pleasing, or effective type of thing or person.
This is definitely the best meal I have ever tasted.
He is among the best students we have.
Are you certain that this is the best approach to handle the situation?
副詞
定義 best 副詞
- B1
In the most suitable, pleasing, or satisfactory way, or to the greatest degree.
Which night works best for you to hold the party?
The Grand Canyon looks best during sunset.
He couldn't choose which one he liked best.
To the greatest degree when used as the superlative of adjectives beginning with "good" or "well".
They were the best-dressed couple at the formal event.
He was voted the best-looking male actor in Hollywood.
This app is the best-working one of its kind.
片語 best 副詞
- as best you can
To the best of one's ability or in the best way possible.
• The project is complex, but just do it as best you can.
成語
- put your best foot forward
To make the best possible effort or present oneself in the most favorable manner.
• He put his best foot forward during the interview, hoping to get the job.
- with the best will in the world
This phrase is used to express that despite one's sincere desire or willingness to do something, it is not possible to accomplish it.
• With the best will in the world, I can’t help if the resources are insufficient.
- had best
Used to indicate that an action is advisable or necessary.
• You had best start preparing now, or you will not have enough time.
- with the best of them
Performing at a level equal to or better than others; as good as anyone else.
• She is excellent at debating and can argue with the best of them.
- best bet
The most reliable or likely to succeed action or option.
• If you want to finish this report before the deadline, your best bet is to put in extra hours every day.
- at the best of times
under the most favorable or ideal conditions; even when things are going well.
• This research project will take at least five years to complete, even at the best of times.
- do as you think best
To make a decision or take action based on one's own judgment of what is most appropriate or beneficial.
• "Which investment plan should I choose?" "Do as you think best."
- be the best thing since sliced bread
To be considered an exceptional or highly beneficial person or thing.
• This new app is fantastic; it's the best thing since sliced bread.
- be on your best behaviour
To behave with exceptional politeness and propriety, especially in a notable situation.
• She knew she needed to make a good impression on her new boss, so she was on her best behaviour.
- may the best man/person win!
This expression is used before a competition or contest, to express the wish that the most capable, skilled, or deserving person will be victorious.
• Before the debate was about to start, the two team leaders looked at each other and said, "May the best person win!"
- the best of a bad bunch/lot
The person or thing that is the least bad among a group of poor options.
• He's the best of a bad lot, given that all the other candidates are terrible.
- the best of both worlds
A situation where one can simultaneously enjoy the benefits of two different and often desirable options.
• This apartment combines the convenience of downtown with the tranquility of the suburbs, it's truly the best of both worlds.
- the best of British (luck)
An expression used to wish someone good luck, particularly when their chances of success appear slim.
• You're planning to sue that company without any evidence? The best of British to you!