best vs. most (of all)

Flash · #1 (**permalink**) 22-Jan-2005, 16:10

Will you please explain the difference between 'most' and 'best' in such context:

-I like him most (of all).
-I like him best (of all).

Casiopea · #2 (**permalink**) 22-Jan-2005, 23:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flash

Will you please explain the difference between 'most' and 'best' in such context:

-I like him most (of all).
-I like him best (of all).

They're synonymous to me. "most" comes from more, and "best" comes from better.

Flash · #3 (**permalink**) 23-Jan-2005, 08:55

Thank you very much for the answer. Which word do you prefer to use?


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