Synonyms

upmost

American

[uhp-mohst, -muhst] / ˈʌpˌmoʊst, -məst /

adjective

uppermost.

upmost British

/ ˈʌpˌməʊst /

adjective

another word for uppermost

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Etymology

Origin of upmost

First recorded in 1550–60; up- + -most

Example Sentences

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"When you donate, you are looked after with the upmost respect in hospitals and all your religious and cultural needs are still catered for."

From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026

“My team and I have the upmost confidence that I will ultimately be cleared of all wrongdoing,” he continued.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2024

“The welfare of asylum seekers in our care is of the upmost importance,” a spokesperson for the Home Office, or interior ministry, said.

From Reuters • Aug. 7, 2023

Bonnie Linnen, practice manager at The Hollies Surgery, said in a statement: "Everyone deserves to attend a health appointment with upmost trust that the professional they see is there to help them."

From BBC • May 23, 2023

Far above Mossflower ground in the upmost terraces of foliage, the champion squirrel turned her flight in the direction of Redwall Abbey.

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

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