HIGH-GRADE Synonyms: 31 Similar and Opposite Words

high-grade

adjective

Definition of high-grade

as in valuable

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Recent Examples of high-grade And that’s a relief on a seven-figure motor car made largely of extremely expensive, high-grade carbon fiber. — Jason Barlow, Robb Report, 7 July 2026 Scientists at the Korea Institute of Geoscience and Mineral Resources (KIGAM) have devised a technique to turn still-wet coffee grounds into high-grade biofuel in as little as 90 seconds. — New Atlas, 1 July 2026 Sunshine is restarting Idaho’s storied, high-grade Sunshine silver mine. — Michael Bloom, CNBC, 29 June 2026 Shields recommends purchasing mop heads made from sturdy materials, such as high-grade cotton or microfiber. — Lauren David, Southern Living, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for high-grade

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Adjective

The now-defunct Broward airline has chosen a lead bidder in the auction of its former corporate headquarters in Dania Beach, among its most valuable assets.

— Vinod Sreeharsha, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026
Shares rose 470% on their first day, making the chipmaker the most valuable company listed in mainland China.

— Nicholas Gordon, Fortune, 29 July 2026

Definition of valuable

Adjective

Berto Industria Tessile, which specializes in premium denim for fashion, accessories and furniture and has a bespoke arm for one-of-a-kind fabrics, has played a key role in adapting the fiber for use in denim.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
As with The Odyssey, Imax and premium-format screens will make up significant chunks of both films’ theatrical totals.

— Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 30 July 2026

Definition of premium

Adjective

Council is a prime example of where this emerging political alliance is being tested.

— Paxton Honerkamp, CNBC, 1 Aug. 2026
Because permits, cabins and prime-season slots move quickly, most operators recommend booking well in advance rather than waiting for last-minute availability.

— Ashley Lynch July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Definition of prime

Adjective

Wolf Ruzicka, global chief commercial officer and CEO North America at Unlimit, broke the answer down this way for me.

— Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Firefighters also halted a blaze in a non-residential building in the Shevchenkivskyi district, and officials reported damage to commercial and residential property in two additional districts.

— Greg Myre, NPR, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of commercial

Adjective

The romantic gesture set off a trend and from around 1790 to 1830, miniature artists began to house these tiny eyes in jewels as precious keepsakes.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
The middle of the infield, in particular, has struggled offensively and with precious little power.

— Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of precious

Adjective

Those bulbs are dormant now, so shop for and plant bugle lilies, species gladiolas (a million times better than gaudy, fancy hybrid gladiolus), native mariposa lilies, baboon flower, and more.

— Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2026
Refreshingly no-frills, there's enough room to hang in the cockpit, a small bathroom onboard (nothing fancy, but completely functional), and some space to move around, take in the views, and enjoy the ride.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of fancy

Adjective

The question now for parent company Comcast is whether the streaming service can remain profitable amid an ever-changing sports broadcasting landscape.

— Nicole Kraft, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Instead, unions will have to build the case that corporate investments in pro-worker AI can benefit both labor and management, making the former more productive and the latter more profitable.

— Daron Acemoglu, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026

Definition of profitable

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