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excellence

[ek-suh-luhns] / ˈɛk sə ləns /
NOUN
superiority
Synonyms
STRONGEST
greatness merit perfection purity quality supremacy virtue
STRONG
arete class distinction eminence excellency fineness goodness preeminence transcendence worth
WEAK
high quality superbness éclat
Antonyms
STRONG
unimportance
WEAK
failure imperfection inferiority

Example Sentences

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His excellence eventually stifled racism and quieted critics.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

“Hilary’s experience spans industrial, infrastructure, and software businesses—sectors where capital intensity and execution excellence are critical to success,” Magouyrk said.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Webb did so by embodying professional excellence, constructing his cases with analytical rigor, painstaking research, and courage.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

Goldstein also pledged to create an environment "that celebrates creativity, honors excellence, and delivers an unforgettable experience for movie fans everywhere".

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

He wanted, through his purity and excellence, to be able to perform some ordinary miracle—to heal a blind man or something like that, for instance.

From "The Once and Future King" by T. H. White