definition of
best

[1] #1 best a. (superlative of 'good') having the most positive qualities; "the best film of the year"; "the best solution"; "the best time for planting"; "wore his best suit". wn

[2] #2 best r. in a most excellent way or manner; "he played best after a couple of martinis". wn

[3] #3 best n. the supreme effort one can make; "they did their best". wn

[4] #4 best r. it would be sensible; "you'd best stay at home". wn

[5] #5 best v. [outdo, outflank, trump, scoop] get the better of; "the goal was to best the competition". wn