Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
northernmost
adjective
/ˈnɔːr.ðərn.moʊst/
Definition
The furthest point north of a specified location or area.
Examples
- Greenland is the northernmost territory of Denmark.
- The northernmost city in the world is Ny-Ålesund, located in Norway.
- Antarctica is the northernmost continent when considering areas close to the North Pole during certain conditions.
Meaning
Referring to something that is located the farthest to the north, often used in geographical contexts.
Synonyms
- most northern
- farthest north
- topmost
