excellence

noun

ex·​cel·​lence ˈek-s(ə-)lən(t)s 

1

: the quality of being excellent

2

: an excellent or valuable quality : virtue

3

: excellency sense 2

Synonyms

• choiceness
• distinction
• excellency
• first-rateness
• greatness
• perfection
• preeminence
• primeness
• superbness
• superiority
• supremacy

Examples of excellence in a Sentence

The school is known for the excellence of its teachers.

an award for academic excellence

setting a high standard of excellence

Recent Examples on the Web

Rooted in clinical excellence, physicians in the LifeFlow Partners network maintain essential roles in the management and governance of the platform and participate directly in LifeFlow's growth. —Sacramento Bee, 11 July 2024

The summit features keynotes and panel conversations highlighting excellence in documentary storytelling, navigating the political landscape, true crime, and more essential topics. —William Earl, Variety, 11 July 2024

Providing teachers with access to the latest educational technology and ongoing training as well as recognizing and rewarding excellence, can help maintain high standards of teaching. —Rebecca Thompson, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2024

For 35 years, The Oak Ridge Boys achieved excellence as a Southern gospel quartet with soulful leanings. —Marcus K. Dowling, USA TODAY, 9 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing excellence

• center of excellence
• par excellence

Kids Definition

excellence

noun

ex·​cel·​lence ˈek-s(ə-)lən(t)s 

1

: high quality

2

: an excellent quality : virtue

3

: excellency sense 2