first-class

1 of 2

adjective

ˈfərs(t)-ˈklas 

1

: of or relating to first class

2

: of the highest quality

a first-class meal

first-class adverb

first class

2 of 2

noun

: the first or highest group in a classification: such as

a

: the highest class of travel accommodations

b

: a class of mail that comprises letters, postcards, or matter sealed against inspection

Synonyms of first-class

Adjective

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

Examples of first-class in a Sentence

Adjective

a first-class production of a classic American musical

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

While the vibe and scenery at Soneva Jani and Soneva Fushi are quite different, there are also many constants the Soneva team has carefully kept in place, including the philosophy of barefoot luxury, impeccable service, and first-class cuisine. —William Curtis, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2026

The company launched in 2018 to create a first-class experience and embed the highest standard of customer service into every detail of the moving day. —Tracy Yochum, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026

Noun

The program’s first class will enter Davidson in the fall of 2027. —Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2026

Alaska Airlines' first class experience came in third. —Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 6 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1819, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1616, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for first-class

• alas
• amass
• bromegrass
• bypass
• chagas
• crabgrass
• crevasse
• eelgrass
• eyeglass
• groundmass
• harass
• impasse

Kids Definition

first-class

1 of 2 adjective

1

: of or relating to first class

2

: of the highest quality : excellent

a first-class meal

first class

2 of 2 noun

: the best or highest group in a classification