Definitions

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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To be there and be unsatisfied — that quest to be as great as you can be — is one of the great indicators of the excellent ownership it is.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

They have helped reward index-fund investors with an excellent performance over the past decade.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

After his October check-up, Trump said an MRI taken during the visit showed his cardiovascular health was "excellent."

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

The stock is seen “as an excellent way to invest in uranium cycle/AI megatrend,” Macquarie says.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 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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