latest

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adjective

lat·​est ˈlā-təst How to pronounce latest (audio)
Synonyms of latestnext
1
archaic : last
2
: most recent

latest

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noun

1
: the latest acceptable time
—usually used in the phrase at the latest
2
: something that is the most recent or currently fashionable
the latest in diving techniques

latest

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superlative of late entry 1, late entry 2

Synonyms of latest

Relevance

Adjective

Noun

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Examples of latest in a Sentence

Adjective She's interested in all the latest fashions. He is the latest person to announce his resignation. Noun following the latest in design
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Adjective
The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years. — James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2023 The American Western drama is the latest of Taylor Sheridan's ever-growing Yellowstone franchise surrounding the legacy of the Dutton family from west of the Mississippi. — Sabrina Park, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Feb. 2023
Noun
The latests stats mean AI music has exploded by 650% in 16 months. — James Peckham, PC Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026 The latests forecasts show a new round of storm systems will increase rain chances across much of Northern California and the Central Valley in the coming days. — Sacbee.com, 9 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for latest

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of latest was before the 12th century

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Rhymes for latest

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“Latest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/latest. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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