at the worst



at the worst

At or of the worst, least favorable, or least desirable outcome possible. Often indicates a belief or insinuation that such an outcome will not be disastrous or that a more positive outcome is as likely. Our house wasn't too badly damaged from the flood. We'll have to replace the downstairs carpets at the worst. Although I didn't study for the test, I figured I'd get a B at the worst because the teacher takes his questions right from our homework.
See also: worst

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
DetlefDET-lef (Low German)Low German, German
Dana (3)-Bulgarian, Macedonian
Athanasiusath-ə-NAY-shəs (English)Ancient Greek (Latinized)
GalahadGAL-ə-had (English)Arthurian Romance
Endzela-Georgian
Coker['kəukə]