at the best

• Locution utilisée pour indiquer que quelque chose est envisagé sous l'angle le plus favorable ou optimiste possible, souvent en sous-entendant que même dans le meilleur scénario, le résultat reste limité ou imparfait.

A phrase used to indicate that something is being considered in the most favorable or optimistic light possible, often implying that even in the best scenario, the outcome is still limited or not ideal.

1. In the most favorable interpretationB2formal

   Used to indicate that even under the most optimistic or favorable circumstances, something is still not very good.

   au mieux

   • The movie was mediocre at the best.
   • His performance was average at the best.
   • The hotel was adequate at the best.

2. Under the most favorable conditionsB2formal

   In the best possible situation or scenario.

   au mieux

   • At the best, we will finish the project by Friday.
   • The weather will be cloudy at the best.
   • At the best, the repairs will cost around $500.