superb

adjective

su·​perb su̇-ˈpərb 

: marked to the highest degree by grandeur, excellence, brilliance, or competence

superbly adverb

superbness noun

Synonyms of superb

• excellent
• wonderful
• terrific
• great
• fantastic
• lovely
• awesome
• fabulous
• beautiful
• marvelous
• stellar
• prime
• fine

Choose the Right Synonym for superb

splendid, resplendent, gorgeous, glorious, sublime, superb mean extraordinarily or transcendently impressive.

splendid implies outshining the usual or customary.

the wedding was a splendid occasion

resplendent suggests a glowing or blazing splendor.

resplendent in her jewelry

gorgeous implies a rich splendor especially in display of color.

a gorgeous red dress

glorious suggests radiance that heightens beauty or distinction.

a glorious sunset

sublime implies an exaltation or elevation almost beyond human comprehension.

a vision of sublime beauty

superb suggests an excellence reaching the highest conceivable degree.

her singing was superb

Examples of superb in a Sentence

They've done a superb job.

The performance was absolutely superb.

Recent Examples on the Web

In this case and elsewhere, Rakoff has shown a superb grasp of technology issues. —Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 6 Mar. 2026

Underscoring the wellness aspects of a stay here are other amenities, like the rooftop pool, the state-of-the-art gym, and a superb spa, which includes a hammam and sauna along with a dedicated space for wellness as a ritual. —Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Mar. 2026

Their chemistry blew up on the superb 2024 album The Collective, her most startling — and fun — project in years. —Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 4 Mar. 2026

After a superb performance in 2025, retail investors continue to show themselves as a force to be reckoned with in 2026. —Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 4 Mar. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin superbus excellent, proud, from super above + -bus (akin to Old English bēon to be) — more at over, be

First Known Use

1549, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for superb

• disturb
• perturb
• reverb
• blurb
• curb
• erb
• herb
• kerb
• serb
• verb

Kids Definition

superb

adjective

su·​perb su̇-ˈpərb 

: outstandingly excellent, impressive, or beautiful

superb quality

was a superb pianist

superbly adverb

superbness noun