Most

usgb/məʊst/
determiner

The largest in number or degree.

She has the most money among us.
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Often appears as...

  • most people
  • most part
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Most Modified

The noun following 'most' can be modified with 'the' to emphasize being number one.

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He is the most successful artist.
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Comparative Usage

'Most' can show the highest degree when comparing more than two things.

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Of all the seasons, summer is the most colorful.
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Expressing Surprise

Use 'most' to express surprise in exclamatory sentences.

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That's the most amazing story!
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