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adverb(most)
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
Synonyms: about, almost, near, nearly, nigh, virtually, well-nigh,
Examples:
The baby was almost asleep when the alarm sounded.
We're almost finished.
Most everyone agrees.
most
adverb(most)
used to form the superlative
Synonyms: to the highest degree,
Antonyms: least,
Examples:
The king cobra is the most dangerous snake.
most
adjective(most)
(superlative of `many' used with count nouns and often preceded by `the') quantifier meaning the greatest in number
Antonyms: fewest,
Examples:
Who has the most apples?.
Most people like eggs.
Most fishes have fins.
most
adjective(most)
the superlative of `much' that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by `the'; a quantifier meaning the greatest in amount or extent or degree
Antonyms: least,
Examples:
Made the most money he could.
What attracts the most attention?.
Made the most of a bad deal.
most
adverb(most)
very
Examples:
A most welcome relief.

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