tops

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adjective

ˈtäps How to pronounce tops (audio)
Synonyms of topsnext
: topmost in quality, ability, popularity, or importance
—used predicatively
is tops in his field

tops

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adverb

: at the very most
will cost $50, tops

tops

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plural of top entry 1

Examples of tops in a Sentence

Adjective He is tops in his field. You're tops in my book! Adverb It takes me 15 minutes tops to do the dishes.
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Adjective
Of the best deals in the fashion section, check out contemporary favorites in the tops department, like Ulla Johnson’s dark floral blouse, or Theory’s seriously cozy cashmere cardigan—perfect for work and weekend. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2025 Spacious rooms promise the ultimate in serenity, service is tops without being intrusive, the gastronomy is consistently excellent, and activities skew experiential to once-in-a-lifetime. — Paul Rubio, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Jan. 2023 See All Example Sentences for tops

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

plural of top entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

1948, in the meaning defined above

Adverb

1937, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tops was in 1937

Rhymes for tops

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

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