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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"I am really proud of the team but really disappointed that we somehow found a way to lose, because I thought we were excellent and created the better chances," said O'Neil.

From Barron's

"This is an excellent opening for an original horror film," said analyst David A. Gross of Franchise Entertainment Research.

From Barron's

"We have been excellent in all departments; I can't find any mistakes," said Agha.

From Barron's

Dr. Gregor Hartmann of Helmholtz-Zentrum research center, said: "Our method provides an unbiased way to recognize variation in footprints and test hypotheses about their makers. It's an excellent tool for research, education, and even fieldwork."

From Science Daily

Gardner was already an excellent skater, as strong and athletic as he was outgoing and friendly; Babilonia was shy and far less steady on the ice.

From Los Angeles Times

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