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
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.
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Jones said Finley did an excellent job of leading by example.
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Mike Kaye
updated January 13, Charlotte Observer, 13 Jan. 2026
Jones said Finley did an excellent job of leading by example.
—Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Jan. 2026
One reason some might opt for a leather skate is that leather is a bit more rigid and offers excellent ankle support.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
February 19 – March 20 Your softer side is an excellent guide at this time.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 12 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for excellent
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“Excellent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/excellent. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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excellent
adjective
ex·cel·lent
ˈek-s(ə-)lənt
: very good of its kind : first-class
excellently
adverb
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