Furthermost

usgb/ˈfɜːrðərməʊst/
adjective

The greatest distance away.

We had to walk to the furthermost point of the island.
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Literal Distance

Used to describe physical spaces, usually vast and challenging to reach.

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The lighthouse was on the furthermost cliff of the coastline.
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Measurement Irrelevant

This term applies even if the exact distance is unknown; it implies an extremity.

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From all the districts, hers was the furthermost from the city center.
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Metaphorical Use

Can be used figuratively to stress on the effort needed to achieve something.

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He went to the furthermost reaches of his mind to recall the ancient lore.
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