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Definition of worsted - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
conflictdefeated or overcome in a conflict or struggle
- The team felt worsted after the final match.
2.
materialTECH. made from combed wool yarnTECH.
- She wore a worsted suit to the meeting.
Noun
1.
spinning fiberTECH. closely twisted yarn from combed long-staple woolTECH.
- The worsted yarn was perfect for weaving.
2.
woven fabricTECH. smooth cloth woven from long, combed yarnsTECH.
- His suit was crafted from fine worsted, giving it a sleek look..
Images of worsted
closely twisted yarn from combed long-staple wool 
smooth cloth woven from long, combed yarns
Origin of worsted
English, Worstead (a village name)
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Examples of worsted in a sentence
The worsted army retreated from the battlefield. The worsted fabric was perfect for the cold weather. He bought a worsted jacket for the winter season. She chose worsted for knitting a warm sweater. The tailor recommended worsted for the suit fabric. She wore a worsted coat for the winter.
The tailor recommended worsted for its durability.
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- French:battu, laine peignée, ...
- German:unterlegen, Kammgarn, ...
- Italian:sconfitto, filato pettinato, ...
- Spanish:derrotado, estambre, ...
- Portuguese:derrotado, fio de lã penteada, ...
- Chinese:被打败的, 精纺纱线, ...
- Japanese:打ち負かされた, 梳毛糸, ...
- Arabic:مَهْزُوم, خَيْط صُوف مَمْشُوط, ...
- Hebrew:מוּבָס, ווּרְסְטֶד, ...
- Russian:побежденный, камвольная пряжа, ...
- Ukrainian:переможений, камвольна пряжа, ...
- Hindi:पराजित, वर्स्टेड, ...
Definition of worst - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
qualitymost inferior in quality or condition
- This is the worst movie I've ever seen.
2.
situationmost unfavorable or disadvantageous
- This is the worst time to travel.
3.
impactmost harmful or severe
- The worst storm hit the town last night.
Noun
1.
adversitymost unfavorable or unpleasant thing or situation
- The worst of the storm is over.
2.
outcomeleast favorable outcome possible
- Losing the game was the worst for the team.
Adverb
1.
intensityin the most extreme or bad manner or degree
- He behaved worst when he was angry.
2.
measurementRare in or to the smallest degree or extentRare
- Of all the players, he ran worst.
Verb
1.
competitiondefeat someone completely in a contest
- The underdog worsted the champion in the final match.
2.
conflictget the better of someone in a conflict
- She worsted her opponent in the debate.
Expressions with worst
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expecting the worst possible scenario
She was braced for the worst when the storm hit.
believe the most negative outcome will happen
When she didn't call, he began to fear the worst.
end up with more harm or loss than others
He got the worst of the argument and left upset.
the most difficult time has passed
With the recovery, the worst is behind for the economy.
more difficult times are expected in the future
Despite the crisis, the worst is yet to come.
if the most difficult situation happens
Worse comes to worst, we can stay with my sister.
the worst possible situation happens
If worst comes to the worst, we'll cancel the trip.
scenario where disadvantages of two options are present
Living there gave them the worst of both worlds: high rent and long commutes.
express difficulty advising experts in their own field
Doctors make the worst patients when it comes to following treatment.
worse than you ever thought possible
The outcome of the storm was beyond your worst fears.
be less successful or more harmed
In the debate, she came off worst.
inflict the worst possible damage one can
Go ahead, do your worst, I can take it.
person causing their own problems
She is often her own worst enemy, overthinking every decision.
person who is very critical of themselves
She is her own worst critic, always finding faults.
last possible option is needed
We'll call for help if worst comes to worst.
belonging to the most negative or extreme type
He is a liar of the worst stripe.
most bad or unpleasant
This is the worst day ever.
expecting the most negative outcome
She is always assuming the worst in every situation.
showing the least good or most negative side
She is at her worst when she is tired.
in the most negative scenario
At worst, we will have to postpone the event.
prepare for the most negative outcome
When traveling during winter, always expect the worst.
ready to face the most difficult situation
She was prepared for the worst after hearing the news.
the hardest or most dangerous part has finished
Don't worry, the worst is over now.
person very hostile or disliked
He considered his rival his worst enemy.
Origin of worst
Old English, wyrrest (worst)
Examples of worst in a sentence
His worst fear came true during the interview. The worst scenario unfolded during the meeting. It was the worst storm in decades. It was the worst accident in years. The worst drought affected the crops. The worst of the recession hit last year.
Facing the worst of the challenges, they persevered. The worst came when the storm hit unexpectedly. Facing the worst, they prepared for the challenges ahead. She sang worst during the final performance. The team played worst in the rainy weather. He sang worst among all the contestants. In the exam, she scored worst in mathematics. She worsted her opponent with a strategic move. They worsted the rival team in the championship. He worsted his rival in the chess tournament. The team worsted their opponents in the final match.
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- French:pire, le plus défavorable, ...
- German:schlechteste, Schlimmste, ...
- Italian:peggiore, peggio, ...
- Spanish:peor, lo peor, ...
- Portuguese:pior, mais desfavorável, ...
- Chinese:最差的, 最糟糕的情况, ...
- Japanese:最悪の, 最悪, ...
- Arabic:أَسْوَأ, الأسوأ, ...
- Hebrew:הַכִּי גָּרוּעַ, הַגָּרוּעַ מִכֹּל, ...
- Russian:худший, худшее, ...
- Ukrainian:найгірший, найгірше, ...
- Hindi:सबसे खराब, विपत्ति, ...
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