last Synonyms
Another word for last
• adjective (Context 1)
Most recent in time; immediately preceding the present.
"We discussed the budget changes during our meeting past week."
• adjective (Context 2)
Coming after all others in time, order, or sequence; final.
"December is the final month of the calendar year."
• verb (Context 3)
To continue in time or remain in existence for a specified duration.
"The classical symphony performance is expected to continue about two hours."
• adverb (Context 4)
On the most recent occasion before the present.
"The historic comet was lately visible from Earth seventy years ago."
• verb (Context 5)
To remain in good condition or stay serviceable over a long period without deteriorating or wearing out.
"A well-maintained cast-iron skillet can easily endure for generations."
• adjective (Context 6)
Only remaining; left after all others have been used, taken, or eliminated.
"She generously offered him the remaining slice of apple pie."
• adverb (Context 7)
After all others in order, sequence, or importance.
"Our team was called to present our findings finally."
• noun (Context 8)
The final part, stage, or end of something, or the final mention or sight of a person or thing.
"They stayed at the concert until the very end of the encore."
• verb (Context 9)
To be adequate or sufficient in amount to meet someone's needs for a period of time (of a supply or resource).
"We packed enough fresh water and dried provisions to hold out us through the five-day hike."
• adjective (Context 10)
Least likely, suitable, or expected in a given situation.
"He is the unlikely person I would expect to volunteer for public speaking."
• noun (Context 11)
A mechanical form or block shaped like a human foot, used by shoemakers and cobblers in making or repairing shoes.
"The cobbler stretched the damp leather tightly over the wooden shoe tree."
Opposites of last
The opposite of last shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: