utmost vs upmost
Definitions
adjective
- (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order
- highest in extent or degree
- of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
noun
- the greatest possible degree
Examples
In all things, even till this instant, (being the utmost period of my life) I have evermore found my Fathers love most effectuall to me; but now it appeareth farre greater, then at any time heretofore: and therefore from my mouth, thou must deliver him the latest thankes that ever I shall give him, for sending me such an honourable present.
This is a moment of utmost gravity for the world.
My brother-in-law went into another room, and madame de Bearn began to unswathe her foot in my presence with the utmost caution and tenderness.
Definitions
adjective
- at or nearest to the top
Examples
Remember, I get nothing but upmost respect from you and your fellow friends.
Examine everything quickly but efficiently and carefully, because vinyl condition is of the upmost importance most of the time.
I had the upmost repsect for Mr. Powell UNTIL he turned traitor to our country by endorsing a marxist.
