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JLPT N3 Intermediate

最悪

Signifies the absolute worst quality, an awful situation, or a worst-case scenario.

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最悪な na-adjective form
1 Noun, Na-adjective

The worst

Describes a state, quality, or condition that is of the lowest possible grade.

Example

今日 の 天気 は 最悪 だ ね 。

Today's weather is the worst, isn't it?

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2 Na-adjective, Interjection

Awful

Expresses a sudden feeling of disgust, frustration, or disappointment regarding a specific event.

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3 Adverb

In the worst case

Indicates the most negative hypothetical outcome or contingency.

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最悪
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Signifies the absolute worst quality, an awful situation, or a worst-case scenario.
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