Synonyms of top-notchnext
: of the highest quality : first-rate
a top-notch work
topnotcher noun

Examples of top-notch in a Sentence

a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony
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Treatments—especially multi-hour experiences—are top-notch and highly recommended. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2026 Geiger, a George Mason recruit, confirmed that Urban can be a top-notch motivator. Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026 Right now, the retailer is offering up to 50 percent off top-notch hiking shoes from Merrell, Keen, and Teva. Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 29 May 2026 As one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse counties in America, Miami-Dade County also has a wealth of top-notch Cuban and Latin American eateries. Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for top-notch

Word History

First Known Use

1869, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of top-notch was in 1869

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“Top-notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top-notch. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

top-notch

adjective
-ˈnäch
: of the highest quality : first-rate
a top-notch performance
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