tunlichst

== German == === Etymology === Lexicalized adverbial superlative, from tunlich +‎ -st. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈtuːnlɪçst/ Hyphenation: tun‧lich‧st === Adverb === tunlichst preferably (a general preference, if the situation allows it) Synonym: möglichst definitely (an absolute preference, risking failure or other consequences when disregarded) Synonyms: unbedingt, auf jeden Fall Das sollten wir tunlichst vermeiden. ― We should definitely avoid that. ==== Usage notes ==== In many situations, there is no clear separation between the two senses, generally emphasizing a strong recommendation for or against doing something. However, in modern usage it is typically connotated as being more severe than möglichst. === Further reading === “tunlichst” in Duden online