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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They have been excellent defensively, in transitions they have been very good, the shape has been good and the effort has been as good as anyone.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“Converts” is an excellent book, but only a start.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Lawyers representing another of the minors declined to comment, while lawyers for a third said their client had "excellent school results" and there was "no element indicating a terrorist intention".

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“We want every fan experience to be an excellent one,” the spokesperson said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Seems she’s picked an excellent topic, especially since Mrs. Zamick is the main judge for the forensics competition.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein

excellent

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