ultimate
ultimate — 形容詞
1. used to describe the most extreme or significant example of something, whether i
極致的；終極
程度最高或最重要的
used to describe the most extreme or significant example of something, whether in a positive or negative sense — for instance, the ultimate goal in life, the ultimate insult, or the ultimate weapon.
For Christopher, winning the gold medal was the ultimate achievement of his athletic career.
對Christopher來說，贏得金牌是他運動生涯中極致的成就。
ultimate + noun for highest degree of success
The expedition faced its ultimate test when a blizzard trapped the climbers on the ridge.
暴風雪將登山者困在山脊上時，這次遠征面臨了終極的考驗。
Many parents say that protecting their children is the ultimate responsibility.
許多家長表示，保護孩子是他們最重要的責任。
The luxury watch is considered the ultimate status symbol among collectors in Geneva.
這款奢華手錶被日內瓦的收藏家視為身分地位的終極象徵。
文法句型
ultimate + noun
用法筆記
This sense covers situations where something is at the highest degree of a quality — it can describe the best (ultimate prize), the worst (ultimate nightmare), or the most significant (ultimate goal). Do not confuse with sense 2 (FINAL), which is purely about position in time or sequence.
常見錯誤
2. being the very last step in a lengthy series or sequence, with nothing coming af
最終的
一系列過程中的最後一個
being the very last step in a lengthy series or sequence, with nothing coming after it.
The ultimate decision about the merger rests with the board of directors.
關於合併的最終決定由董事會做出。
ultimate + decision for the final outcome after consideration
After three rounds of talks, the committee's ultimate recommendation was to close the old factory.
經過三輪談判後，委員會的最終建議是關閉舊工廠。
The ultimate chapter of the novel reveals what happens to each character after the war.
小說的最後一章揭示了戰爭後每個角色的命運。
Before the ultimate exam, Sumin reviewed every lesson from the whole semester.
在期末考前，Sumin 複習了整學期的每一課。
- final
more common in everyday speech; 'final' can be used in more contexts than 'ultimate'
- last
simplest and most direct; less formal than 'ultimate'
- conclusive
emphasises that something settles a matter once and for all
文法句型
ultimate + noun
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1 (MOST EXTREME / IMPORTANT): this sense is strictly about sequence or timing — it answers the question 'which one comes last?' rather than 'how important/extreme is it?'.
ultimate — 名詞
1. the highest or lowest possible instance of a quality within a given group — whet
極致典範
某類事物中最極致的例子
the highest or lowest possible instance of a quality within a given group — whether the finest, the worst, or the most intense — for example, the ultimate in luxury or the ultimate of fine dining.
The private island resort is considered the ultimate in luxury travel for wealthy guests.
這座私人島嶼度假村被視為豪華旅行的極致，專為富裕的賓客打造。
the ultimate in + noun for the best example of a category
For Defne, that vintage sports car represents the ultimate of Italian engineering and design.
對 Defne 來說，那輛 vintage 跑車代表了義大利工程與設計的極致。
The chef's tasting menu was the ultimate of fine dining, with ten courses and wine.
主廚的品嚐菜單是精緻餐飲的極致，包含十道菜和搭配的葡萄酒。
This smartphone's camera system is widely regarded as the ultimate in mobile photography.
這款智慧型手機的相機系統被普遍視為手機攝影的極致。
文法句型
the ultimate in + noun
the ultimate of + noun
用法筆記
Almost always used in the singular with 'the': 'the ultimate'. The pattern 'the ultimate in + [noun/gerund]' is very common (e.g., 'the ultimate in comfort').
常見錯誤
2. the abbreviated everyday label for the flying-disc team sport — used when talkin
終極飛盤
終極飛盤的簡稱
the abbreviated everyday label for the flying-disc team sport — used when talking casually about the game, forming team names, or listing tournament results, rather than describing its rules.
Trang plays Ultimate every Saturday morning with a local club near the university.
Trang 每週六早上都會加入大學附近的當地俱樂部打 Ultimate。
play + Ultimate for the sport
The university's Ultimate team won the national championship after an undefeated season last spring.
去年春天，該大學的 Ultimate 隊伍以全勝戰績贏得了全國冠軍。
A growing number of high schools now offer Ultimate as an after-school activity.
該地區越來越多的中學現在將 Ultimate 列為課後活動。
The coach taught the beginners the basic rules of Ultimate during the first practice session.
教練在第一次練習課上教新手們 Ultimate 的基本規則。
- Ultimate Frisbee
the full name of the sport; 'Frisbee' is a brand name
文法句型
play Ultimate
Ultimate team
用法筆記
This sense gives only the SHORTENED NAME of the sport. For the full description of the game — rules, equipment, and style of play — see noun sense 3 (ULTIMATE FRISBEE). When written, 'Ultimate' is often capitalised to distinguish it from the adjective meaning of the word. 'Frisbee' is a trademarked brand name, so the sport's governing body uses 'Ultimate' as the official name.
3. the team sport itself, played with a plastic flying disc (often called a Frisbee
終極飛盤運動
七人一組的團隊飛盤比賽
the team sport itself, played with a plastic flying disc (often called a Frisbee), where two sides of seven players pass the disc down a field and try to catch it in the opposing end zone for a goal. Key rules: players may not run while holding the disc, and the game has no referees; players call their own fouls.
An Ultimate Frisbee field is the size of a football pitch, with seven per side.
終極飛盤的場地大約與足球場一樣大，每隊七人。
describing the playing field and team size
A key rule: players cannot run while holding the disc; they must pivot and pass.
終極飛盤的一個關鍵規則是，持盤者不能跑步，必須轉身並傳給隊友。
The coach said Ultimate Frisbee combines skills from soccer, basketball, and football.
教練說終極飛盤結合了足球、籃球和橄欖球的技巧。
The team practised throwing the disc accurately, which is essential in Ultimate Frisbee.
球隊練習精準擲盤，這在終極飛盤中至關重要。
文法句型
play Ultimate Frisbee
Ultimate Frisbee + noun
用法筆記
This sense describes the FULL GAME — its rules, equipment, and culture. For the everyday shortened label used in casual talk, team names, and tournament listings, see noun sense 2 (SPORT (SHORT FORM)). Both senses refer to the same activity; 'Ultimate Frisbee' is the full name while 'Ultimate' is the common short form.
ultimate — 動詞
1. to come to an end or reach a final point. This use of the word is now very rare
終結；結束
結束；完結（已罕用）
to come to an end or reach a final point. This use of the word is now very rare and is mostly found in older or literary English texts.
The old chronicle ultimates with the death of the king in the year 1066.
這部古老的編年史以國王於1066年駕崩作為結尾。
archaic intransitive use: ultimate with + event
The poet's final stanza ultimates in a single sorrowful word that echoes the whole theme.
詩人的最後一節以一個悲傷的詞語作為終結，呼應了整首詩的主題。
The ancient text ultimates with a warning about the dangers of pride and ambition.
這篇古代文獻以對驕傲與野心的危險之警告作為終結。
In medieval tales, the story often ultimates in a moral lesson for the reader.
在中世紀的故事中，結局往往是讀者可以從中汲取的道德教訓。
- begin
the opposite action
文法句型
ultimate in + noun/gerund
ultimate with + noun
用法筆記
This verb form is considered obsolete in modern English. Learners will almost never encounter it outside of historical texts or poetry. The adjective and noun forms of 'ultimate' are the only ones actively used today.