excellent

[ek-suh-luhnt] / ˈɛk sə lənt /

ADJECTIVE

remarkably good

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accomplished admirable attractive distinguished exceptional exemplary exquisite fine finest first-rate good great magnificent outstanding skillful sterling superb superlative

WEAK

A-1 capital certified champion choice choicest desirable distinctive estimable first first-class high hotdog incomparable invaluable meritorious notable noted peerless piked premium priceless prime quality select striking supreme tiptop top-notch transcendent world-class

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bad common crude detestable ignorant inferior insignificant ordinary poor regular repulsive ugly unable unexceptional unknown unskilled

WEAK

failing imperfect indistinguished second-class second-rate unnoteworthy unworthy

Example Sentences

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But the sandwiches were excellent, on thick fresh bread, and the view outside the car grew greener every minute.

From Literature

Bentley posted on X: "We have an excellent record to defend!"

From BBC

People in excellent health may actually spend more on lifetime healthcare costs, according to HealthView.

From Barron's

Adjusted operating margin reached 27.5% in the quarter, a marker of the company’s “excellent profitability,” he added.

From Barron's

Investors holding shares of S&P 500 index funds have been on an excellent ride over the past several years.

From MarketWatch