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

Rooftops for views of the city Charlotte has a handful of rooftops with excellent views of the skyline, perfect for Instagram. — Evan Moore july 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

Simmons has terrific length (despite barely being 6-3), along with excellent bend and sink — a truly terrifying blend for offensive tackles. — Nick Baumgardner, New York Times, 22 July 2026

SpaceX is an excellent example, with long periods of rocket design, testing and even failed launches. — Mark Berookim, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Protective Custody is a reunion for Del Toro and Stiller following their excellent limited series Escape at Dannemora (2018). — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 22 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