finest
Translation
finest, best, of the highest quality
Examples
This is the finest wine I have ever tasted.
This is the finest wine I have ever tasted.
They use only the finest ingredients.
They use only the finest ingredients.
Grammar Patterns
the finest ((noun)) the best (noun) This is the finest wine.
Similar Words
Synonyms: best, top-quality, superb; Antonyms: worst, poorest
Etymology
Superlative form of 'fine', from Old English 'fīn' plus the superlative suffix '-est'.
Memory Tips
The '-est' ending means 'the most'. So, 'finest' means 'the most fine' or 'the best'.