upmost vs utmost :

upmost or utmost

“Upmost” can mean “uppermost,” referring to something on top. But usually this word is a mistake for “utmost,” meaning “most extreme.” “Utmost” is related to words like “utter,” as in “The birthday party was utter chaos.”

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Definitions

  • s  at or nearest to the top

  • n  the greatest possible degree
    he tried his utmost
  • s  of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
    utmost contempt
    to the utmost degree
  • s  highest in extent or degree
  • s  (comparatives of `far') most remote in space or time or order
    the utmost tip of the peninsula
News & Articles

  • Statement from WellStar
    “The care of our patients and their family members is of the upmost importance. We received the lawsuit late this afternoon and are reviewing the allegations. Since this is pending litigation, we cannot provide further comment.” -Michelle Robinson, WellStar spokesperson.
    July 25, 2013 - WSB-TV 2 Atlanta
  • Why Do We Endlessly Retweet Tragedy?
    With the upmost respect for victims and survivors, may I question why we feel so compelled to personally spread bad news? Why with each bombing or disaster we all race to tell everyone we know what happened? We've realized the power of social media for distributing real-time news. It lets us express empathy, but can also spread fear and misinformation. It's time to ask if and when we're helping.
    July 6, 2013 - TechCrunch

  • Da'Shawn Hand eliminates Virginia Tech, names top 3
    I eliminated Virginia Tech because they don't offer a sports management program. And with South Carolina, the professor just didn't wow us. I have the utmost respect for Virginia Tech and South Carolina, and their coaches, and wish them the best of luck. http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/sbnation/SBNation_20130612_Da_Shawn_Hand_eliminates_Virginia_Tech__names_top_3.html Philly.com 2013-06-12 13:21:07 yboss 306 utmost Tom Coronel shows competitive spirit at Moscow Raceway Moscow – Tom Coronel did his utmost in the eleventh and twelfth round of the FIA World Touring Car Championship at Moscow Raceway. In qualifying, he was only seven hundredths of a second slower than pole-sitter Yvan Muller. The 41-year old Dutch driver started into the first race with a fresh set of tyres on his ROAL Motorsport BMW 320 TC, but again ended up behind French driver ... Keep reading http://www.motorsport.com/wtcc/news/tom-coronel-shows-competitive-spirit-at-moscow-raceway/ Motorsport.com 2013-06-10 17:59:13 yboss 307 utmost Lazio stage mock funeral procession for Roma after beating them in Coppa Italia final Two weeks ago, Lazio defeated AS Roma in the Coppa Italia final at their shared home, the Stadio Olimpico. Rather than immediately rub the victory into the faces of their fierce Rome rivals, Lazio fans showed the utmost pretend decorum … Continue reading ? http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/soccer-dirty-tackle/lazio-stage-mock-funeral-procession-roma-beating-them-141658837.html Dirty Tackle via Yahoo! Sports 2013-06-10 14:16:58 yboss 308 therefor Report: Cruz won't be at Giants' mandatory camp 02:08 PM ET 06.09 | New York Giants restricted free agent wide receiver Victor Cruz is still unsigned, and he is not expected to attend the team's mandatory minicamp next week, according to the New York Daily News. Cruz is not under contract since he has not signed his tender, therefor the Giants cannot fine him for not attending the minicamp. http://www.fannation.com/truth_and_rumors/view/389950-victor-cruz-not-expected-to-attend-giants-mandatory-minicamp?xid=si_nfl Sports Illustrated 2013-06-10 13:15:55 yboss 309 therefore My Amish Home: With passing years, wisdom comes (right?) Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompense of reward. For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry." Hebrews 10:35-37 read more
    June 12, 2013 - IlliniHQ.com
  • Tom Coronel shows competitive spirit at Moscow Raceway
    Moscow – Tom Coronel did his utmost in the eleventh and twelfth round of the FIA World Touring Car Championship at Moscow Raceway. In qualifying, he was only seven hundredths of a second slower than pole-sitter Yvan Muller. The 41-year old Dutch driver started into the first race with a fresh set of tyres on his ROAL Motorsport BMW 320 TC, but again ended up behind French driver ... Keep reading
    June 10, 2013 - Motorsport.com
  • Lazio stage mock funeral procession for Roma after beating them in Coppa Italia final
    Two weeks ago, Lazio defeated AS Roma in the Coppa Italia final at their shared home, the Stadio Olimpico. Rather than immediately rub the victory into the faces of their fierce Rome rivals, Lazio fans showed the utmost pretend decorum … Continue reading ?
    June 10, 2013 - Dirty Tackle via Yahoo! Sports