excellent

adjective

ex·​cel·​lent ˈek-s(ə-)lənt 

1

: very good of its kind : eminently good : first-class

2

archaic : superior

excellently adverb

Synonyms of excellent

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

Examples of excellent in a Sentence

Her new movie has received excellent reviews.

He is an excellent role model for young men everywhere.

The car is in excellent condition.

Recent Examples on the Web

At shortstop, Zach Neto of the Angels offers excellent defense and offensive upside, while Willy Adames from the Giants provides power and quality defense. — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

Later, Pickett tossed a rainbow down the field to running back Jonathon Brooks, who made an excellent two-handed catch with Thornton trailing him. — Charlotte Observer, 29 July 2026

Messer notes that bell peppers are also excellent sources of vitamin A – primarily in the form of beta-carotene – which supports healthy vision, immune function and normal cell growth. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 29 July 2026

Making good on his promise in The Holdovers, Dominic Sessa is excellent in the role, nailing the contradictory aspects of a slippery character while mapping his coming-of-age arc with empathy and honesty. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 29 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin excellent-, excellens, from present participle of excellere

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Phrases Containing excellent

• have it on good/excellent authority
• in (good/excellent, etc.) condition

Kids Definition

excellent

adjective

ex·​cel·​lent ˈek-s(ə-)lənt 

: very good of its kind : first-class

excellently adverb