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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Stir for 30 seconds, just until fragrant and the kitchen smells excellent.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

Are two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder too ruthlessly excellent to be loved?

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

In other words, light is excellent for carrying information quickly and efficiently, but it struggles with the switching operations needed for computing.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Taylor Clemons’ cinematography is excellent, all slow creeping shots and shadows permeating even the daytime scenes.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Thanks to their governess, the children know how to appreciate a good story and were excellent listeners.

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

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