primeness

noun

Definition of primenessnext
as in excellence
exceptionally high quality made no claims regarding the primeness of that piece of farmland

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  1. excellence
  2. excellency
  3. superiority
Noun
  • The key is to discern between a demanding leader, who pushes for excellence while respecting boundaries, and a destructive one.
    — Mark Nevins, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Jeanie Buss and David McLane have created something truly special, a unique sports and entertainment property that combines athletic excellence, entertainment, and inspiring storytelling in a way that resonates with audiences of all ages.
    — Mya Copeland, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of excellence
Noun
  • Education was considered an individual pursuit marked by moral excellency and only the students who did the best in school would have proceeded to higher education.
    — Sara Novak, Discover Magazine, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Paradise Dynasty, Kang Kang, Long Xing Ji, Hui Tou Xiang, Min Min Pie House (and so many more) should all be household names worthy of recognition for their myriad styles and excellency.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2024
Definition of excellency
Noun
  • The superiority of the German Jews turned out to be nothing but a mirage.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Khrushchev’s victory ensured the superiority of party leaders relative to other figures in the state, cementing his own power and giving him control of the regime.
    — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of superiority
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“Primeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/primeness. Accessed 16 Aug. 2026.

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