superb

adjective

su·​perb su̇-ˈpərb 

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

superbly adverb

superbness noun

Synonyms

• excellent
• wonderful
• terrific
• fantastic
• great
• lovely
• awesome
• fabulous
• beautiful
• marvellous
• marvelous
• stellar
• fine

Choose the Right Synonym for superb

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Palm Beach show is supported by a clutch of superb dining and accommodation options within walking distance of the show on the mainland in West Palm, and others on the island of Palm Beach proper a short drive away. —Kathleen Turner, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2025

This superb cevicheria and oyster bar in the heart of the city’s ritzy Gonzales Suarez neighborhood is a beloved lunchtime spot among locals—and for good reason. —Liam Hess, Vogue, 22 Aug. 2025

As previously hinted, fans of the original series know which of Ellen’s brothers emerges victorious: burly Dougal (Sam Retford) or clever, crippled Colum (a superb Séamus McLean Ross). —Graham Hillard, The Washington Examiner, 22 Aug. 2025

Where to stay: Beacon Grand Formerly (and long) known as the Sir Francis Drake, this Union Square fixture reopened three years ago after a smart renovation that still preserved some of its 1920s-era grandeur, not to mention the superb view from its top floor lounge, Starlite. —Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 21 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Latin superbus excellent, proud, from super above + -bus (akin to Old English bēon to be) — more at over, be

First Known Use

1549, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for superb

• disturb
• perturb
• reverb
• blurb
• curb
• erb
• herb
• kerb
• serb
• verb

Kids Definition

superb

adjective

su·​perb su̇-ˈpərb 

: outstandingly excellent, impressive, or beautiful

superb quality

was a superb pianist

superbly adverb

superbness noun