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

Examples of world-class in a Sentence

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It’s done with support from a world-class editing and reporting staff, guiding interns every step of the way through profound mentorship, seasoned advice, and thoughtful editing. Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, jsonline.com, 12 Nov. 2025 An iconic world-class compound and creative retreat; truly a legacy estate for the discerning few. Tj MacIas, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2025 The franchise’s leaders have said growing into a world-class franchise is possible. Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Nov. 2025 Those were also world-class defenders. Zach Harper, New York Times, 10 Nov. 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 18 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

world-class

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