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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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An excellent effort by a horse who has always had a touch of class.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

And Abby Quinn is excellent as Natalie, mom’s campaign manager and toadying child.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

They are well organized and have excellent taste in fancy crackers, and they love to talk with writers so much that their enthusiasm can be a little overwhelming and a lot flattering.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

He's had a brilliant season with three wins followed by an excellent fourth in the Brown Advisory at Cheltenham last time.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

“If you’re a fan of mythology, there’s an excellent class about it at Kinloch,” Paris said enthusiastically.

From "City Spies" by James Ponti