Old English utmest (Anglian) "outermost," double superlative of ut "out" (see out (adv.)) + -most. Meaning "being of the greatest or highest degree" is from early 14c.
实用例句
1. My limited diplomatic skills were tested to the utmost.
我有限的外交手腕儿受到了极其严峻的考验。来自柯林斯例句
2. They mean to bleed the British to the utmost.
他们要最大限度地榨取英国人的财富。来自柯林斯例句
3. One thing is certain, both have the utmost respect for each other.
有一点可以肯定，那就是双方都非常尊重对方。来自柯林斯例句
4. Utmost care must be taken not to spill any of the contents.
