superb

adjective

su·perb | \ su̇-ˈpərb

Definition of superb

: marked to the highest degree by grandeur, excellence, brilliance, or competence

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splendid, resplendent, gorgeous, glorious, sublime, superb mean extraordinarily or transcendently impressive. splendid implies outshining the usual or customary. the wedding was a splendid occasion resplendent suggests a glowing or blazing splendor. resplendent in her jewelry gorgeous implies a rich splendor especially in display of color. a gorgeous red dress glorious suggests radiance that heightens beauty or distinction. a glorious sunset sublime implies an exaltation or elevation almost beyond human comprehension. a vision of sublime beauty superb suggests an excellence reaching the highest conceivable degree. her singing was superb

Examples of superb in a Sentence

They've done a superb job. The performance was absolutely superb.

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Who could ever forget Lee Folkins making that superb leaping, diving catch in the end zone. — Seattle Times Staff, The Seattle Times, "Backtalk: Times readers sound off on Mariners, Felix Hernandez, Bob Schloredt and the Stanley Cup," 17 May 2019 In this slim and superb book, Schweblin takes on the desire to love, to parent, and to care for one’s own body—hardly extraordinary themes—and invests them with a fresh poignancy. — Bridget Read, Vogue, "Most Anticipated Books of 2019: 19 Picks You Should Have on Your Reading List," 1 Jan. 2019 The junior forward and superb perimeter shooter was a matchup problem for the Wildcats' bigs. — Blair Kerkhoff, kansascity, "'Big Ragu' carries Villanova past Michigan for national title | The Kansas City Star," 2 Apr. 2018 And anyone who's seen the movie will agree that Lady Gaga's vocals are consistently superb throughout. — Amy Mackelden, Harper's BAZAAR, "Everything You Need to Know About Lady Gaga & Bradley Cooper's Working Relationship," 9 Feb. 2019 It was completed in 1966, as a superb example of minimalist desert modern design by architect A. Quincy Jones, with Hollywood Regency interiors by William Haines and Ted Graber. — Steven Stolman, House Beautiful, "Sunnylands: The California Mansion That Has Hosted Frank Sinatra, Queen Elizabeth, and More," 18 Apr. 2019 Poll workers must be in superb physical condition to cross mountains, rivers, deserts, forests and national parks. — Amrit Dhillon, The Seattle Times, "Poll workers journey to reach India’s most remote voters," 14 Apr. 2019 From belly dancing to the country’s superb mangoes and the possible influence of Egyptian culture on ancient Greek civilization (a heated debate). — Klara Glowczewska, Town & Country, "Can Egypt Convince the World That It Is Starting Over?," 19 Mar. 2019 Skin 23 Slides Never underestimate the power of a superb body wash: The best of them can leave your skin softer — and possibly healthier — after a couple of uses. — Allure, "The 23 Best Body Washes for Every Budget," 19 Mar. 2019

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