world-class

adjective

ˈwərl(d)-ˈklas 

: being of the highest caliber in the world

a world-class athlete

Examples of world-class in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That looked like all Boise would need until Madison’s Aaron Edwards banged home a world-class equalizer in the 83rd minute, firing a shot from the left edge of the box and tucking it inside the right post. — Idaho Statesman, 9 Aug. 2026

The rates also drop at the historic Sea Island Resort, which offers a variety of accommodations—ranging from The Cloister to private cottages—along with nostalgic specialty sundaes, Sunday bingo, and a world-class spa. — Lindsay Cohn, Travel + Leisure, 9 Aug. 2026

Yet, now living in Los Angeles, I (and we) are blessed to have access to world-class mangoes, like those from Wong Farms. — Los Angeles Times, 7 Aug. 2026

This iconic resort seamlessly blends world-class golf instruction with luxurious amenities for an unforgettable escape. — Larry Olmsted, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for world-class

• alas
• amass
• bromegrass
• bypass
• crabgrass
• crevasse
• eelgrass
• eyeglass
• groundmass
• harass
• impasse
• jackass

Kids Definition

world-class

adjective

: being of the highest degree of excellence in the world

a world-class athlete