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Definitions

sublime

[suh-blahym] / səˈblaɪm /
ADJECTIVE
great, magnificent
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abstract divine exalted glorious gorgeous heavenly superb transcendent
STRONG
dynamite elevated imposing
WEAK
august eminent grand high holy ideal lofty majestic noble outrageous proud resplendent sacred spiritual splendiferous splendorous stately super the most too much transcendental
Antonyms
STRONGEST
bad inferior
WEAK
lowly poor second-rate secondary

Example Sentences

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The earnings trend for big U.S. companies has been sublime.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

"If we only look at his paintings, we see this supreme, sublime beauty and perfection," she told AFP.

From Barron's • Mar. 27, 2026

Captain Ryan Yates' strike - his 24th Forest goal in all competitions on his 267th appearance - was sublime while the experience of Champions League winner Stefan Ortega was a calming presence in goal.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

“When good casting is sublime, it disappears,” said Richard Hicks, a governor of the branch.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

The dinner is sublime: We start with oyster bisque and follow with prime rib, boiled potatoes, and asparagus in cream.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.