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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We aren’t making as many good movies as we used to, but our good movies are still excellent.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

They were looking strong and created a few excellent early chances.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

WSJ | Buy Side: Auto-refinance rates start below 5% for borrowers with excellent credit, but others might still find competitive rates.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

“If she is a physiotherapist she can make excellent money. He is trying to control her by excluding you. His criticism is also a means of control.”

From MarketWatch • May 4, 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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