höchst
extremely
To a very high degree; exceptionally or exceedingly. It intensifies an adjective or another adverb.
EXAMPLE
Diese Entwicklung ist höchst bedenklich.
This development is extremely concerning.
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Word order
In this meaning, „höchst“ (extremely) normally comes directly before the adjective or adverb it intensifies. It can also come before a participle used as an adjective.
EXAMPLE
Die Entscheidung war höchst ungewöhnlich.
The decision was highly unusual.
Sie reagierte höchst professionell.
She reacted extremely professionally.
Typical collocations
Common collocations include „höchst ungewöhnlich“ (highly unusual), „höchst problematisch“ (highly problematic), „höchst erfreulich“ (highly pleasing), and „höchst interessant“ (highly interesting). „Höchst“ particularly often intensifies evaluations or assessments.
EXAMPLE
Sein Verhalten ist höchst problematisch.
His behavior is highly problematic.
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