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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June's combination of bright planets, a rare lunar occultation, the summer solstice, and returning deep-sky treasures makes it an excellent month to spend time under the night sky.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

Trump's doctors declared him to be in "excellent health," after his latest check-up last week, but advised him to lose weight.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

"Southampton see Eckert as an excellent young manager," says Steve Grant, co-host of the Total Saints fan podcast.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

“It does not matter what Lotus you have. The steering is always excellent, and the road feel is excellent,” said Ross Robbins, president of a Lotus enthusiasts club in the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 31, 2026

“Yes. That’s where Twitch lives, and she is an excellent baker of muffins and other sweet goods. A polar bear such as myself likes eating tasty delicious things as often as I can.”

From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el

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