top-notch

adjective

ˈtäp-ˈnäch 

: of the highest quality : first-rate

a top-notch work

topnotcher

ˈtäp-ˈnä-chər 

noun

Synonyms of top-notch

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

Examples of top-notch in a Sentence

a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony

Recent Examples on the Web

The post lauded Slovenia’s incredible hiking, top-notch café and bar culture, welcoming atmosphere, and more. — Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 20 Oct. 2026

Looking to get into skiing or upgrade your equipment ahead of a top-notch winter? — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Think of it as a one-stop destination for top-notch wellness, incredible vino, and unique custom experiences in California’s Wine Country. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026

The offense should see immediate improvement, as Bedard’s ice vision and top-notch puck handling make all of his linemates better. — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for top-notch

• hopscotch
• stopwatch
• wristwatch
• boche
• botch
• brough
• crotch
• gotch
• notch
• rotch
• scotch
• swatch

Kids Definition

top-notch

adjective

-ˈnäch

: of the highest quality : first-rate

a top-notch performance