EXCELLENT Synonyms: 141 Similar and Opposite Words

excellent

adjective

ˈek-s(ə-)lənt

Definition of excellent

as in wonderful

of the very best kind fast-food fans rate this chain's fries as excellent

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Recent Examples of excellent Jones calls his route running, ability to track the ball and excellent hands his best qualities. — Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 17 Oct. 2026 Being in excellent shape doesn’t make someone immune to a blood clot. — Angela Haupt, Time, 16 Oct. 2026 The moon itself becomes an excellent target in early evening around first quarter. — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 16 Oct. 2026 The Valkyries were excellent in crunch-time offense against Atlanta, shooting 73 percent in the clutch in two close wins while the Dream made 33 percent of their field-goals in those situations. — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for excellent

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Bruna is fantastic, and Alison is a wonderful producer with a great eye.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 20 Oct. 2026
It is carefully crafted and wincingly sincere, a wonderful conversion of inversions.

— Samuel Hyland, Pitchfork, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of wonderful

Adjective

The special effects team has done terrific work re-creating his body down to the creature’s fringed lashes.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
Even detractors say star Tom Rhys Harries is terrific in his major leading role debut, and praise the film’s use of practical effects.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of terrific

Adjective

Amenities and experiences The alfresco pool is lovely, but ongoing construction in the area at the moment is a bit of an eyesore.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Oct. 2026
Maybe the two can take the nips out on a lovely date to the Wicker 4DX screenings later this month.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of lovely

Adjective

Additionally, Kay offers a fabulous shipping policy, excellent financing options, and some old-school retail perks that are seemingly extinct everywhere else.

— Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 21 Oct. 2026
On most summer weekends, East Potomac Park was crowded with working-class families, many including someone employed in federal civil service, engaged in various forms of recreation at this fabulous park that sits on the Potomac.

— Letters to the Editor, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026

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