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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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Plant foods are an excellent source of omega-3 fats.
—Anahad O’Connor, Washington Post, 3 June 2026
These two were excellent finds.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 3 June 2026
Carpenter has good speed, an excellent shot, sees the game incredibly well and has consistently been one of the best offensive players in the PWHL since its launch in 2024.
—Hailey Salvian, New York Times, 2 June 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 5 Jun. 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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