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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In Clint Eastwood's haunting neo-noir mystery, Penn is top-notch as a grieving father with some shady undertones. Brian Truitt, USA Today, 9 Mar. 2026 The phone is assembled with Apple's typical level of perfection, and the materials all feel top-notch. Eric Zeman, PC Magazine, 9 Mar. 2026 The building is walking distance to two subway lines and major employment centers, and offers free top-notch amenities to all residents, including a fitness center, outdoor spaces, golf simulators, and more. Alicia Glen, New York Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026 But the Webers have reimagined Battle Abbey with all the comforts associated with a top-notch heli-lodge. Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 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 17 Mar. 2026.

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top-notch

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