Lowest
/ˈləʊɪst/
Definitions
2 meaningsAt the lowest level, degree, or amount.
/ˈləʊɪst/
Being at the bottom of a scale or ranking
The lowest price on this item is five dollars.
💡 Simply: Imagine a race where people are ranked from fastest to slowest. The person at the 'lowest' position is the one who ran the slowest!
👶 For kids: The smallest or least of something, like the lowest number on a ruler.
More Examples
The lowest temperature of the week was recorded on Tuesday.
The contestant with the lowest score was eliminated.
How It's Used
"The company's stock price hit its lowest point in years."
"The lowest temperature recorded last night was -10 degrees Celsius."
"He had the lowest score in the competition."
Of the lowest rank or social position.
/ˈləʊɪst/
Having a low social status or position
He started his career in the lowest ranks of the military.
💡 Simply: Imagine a school where the students are ranked by grades. The students at the 'lowest' level are the ones who are having the hardest time.
👶 For kids: The person who has the least amount of something.
More Examples
The lowest members of society often face discrimination.
How It's Used
"He came from the lowest social class."
From Old English *lǣgst* (superlative of *lǣg* 'low'), from Proto-Germanic *laigaz*.
Historically, the word 'lowest' has been used to describe the degree or extent to which something is positioned or rated. Its usage has remained relatively consistent over time.
Memory tip
Think of the 'low' part of the word - it's at the bottom.
Word Origin
"To be or make low."