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

In just the past 15 years Miral has built up a portfolio of world-class indoor theme parks on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island leisure destination. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 16 Aug. 2026

Orlando has spent decades successfully becoming a world-class destination. — Dan Bray, The Orlando Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2026

Participating athletes include world-class pros and rising stars. — Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

This includes private events, world-class service, rubbing shoulders with famous designers and fashion’s top brass, and the status that comes with being one of a brand’s VVIPs. — George Nelson, ARTnews.com, 13 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