at most Definition

most
adj

1. denoting the greatest number, amount, etc.

Example: Most children enjoy parties

adverb

1. Used to form the superlative of many adjectives and most adverbs, especially those of more than two syllables.

Example: the most difficult problem of all
Example: I chose the most perfectly produced copy
Form: the most (also)
2. To the greatest degree; with the greatest frequency.

Example: I miss him most at Christmas
Form: the most (also)
3. Extremely.

Example: a most annoying thing

pronoun

1. The greatest number or quantity, or the majority of people or things

Example: Most of them are here
Example: Who has most to lose?

1. See also more.

Idiom: at the most (at most)

Certainly not more than (a specified number).
Example: three drinks at the most

Idiom: for the most part

Mostly.

Idiom: make the most of something

To take the greatest possible advantage of it.

Etymology: Anglo-Saxon mast or mæst.