: being of the highest caliber in the world
a world-class athlete

Examples of world-class in a Sentence

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Why not enjoy a panel of experts discussing the future of storytelling, or get your portfolio reviewed by a world-class professional artist, or go behind the scenes on one of this year’s blockbuster movies? Terry Flores, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025 Hafez has also conceived the hub as a launchpad for emerging storytellers giving them access to the necessary tools and support to refine their voice and craft world-class content. Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2025 And its representatives are talking a big game about making the country a wellspring of world-class AI companies. Phil Wahba, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2025 Today, her vision has been realized, as the area now boasts world-class dining, shopping, and recreation that draw clients from across the country. Wyles Daniel, AZCentral.com, 2 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for world-class

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of world-class was in 1939

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“World-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world-class. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

world-class

adjective
: being of the highest degree of excellence in the world
a world-class athlete
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