as in excellent
of the very best kind
the restaurant's baker makes a superb chocolate cake
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as in excellence
exceptionally high quality
the superbness of the orchestra's performance was such that the music critics were straining for superlatives
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as in brilliance
impressiveness of beauty on a large scale
climbers rave about the superbness of the view from the mountain's summit
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Recent Examples of superb
Annie Blackman, Allure, 17 May 2025
His last feature, Borgo, starring the superb Hafsia Herzi as a shady prison guard in Corsica, is definitely worth a look.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
The novel is, ultimately, a superb portrait of flawed charisma, of a woman who is irritatingly present, constantly angling, and utterly magnificent to behold.
—The Atlantic, 15 May 2025
And, once again, the superb Hayley Atwell, as Grace, doesn't get to do enough.
—Tom Gliatto, People.com, 14 May 2025
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Adjective
Tools and treatments are at the helm of these superb discounts.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 17 May 2025
His last feature, Borgo, starring the superb Hafsia Herzi as a shady prison guard in Corsica, is definitely worth a look.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 16 May 2025
The novel is, ultimately, a superb portrait of flawed charisma, of a woman who is irritatingly present, constantly angling, and utterly magnificent to behold.
—The Atlantic, 15 May 2025
And, once again, the superb Hayley Atwell, as Grace, doesn't get to do enough.
—Tom Gliatto, People.com, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superb
Adjective
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That means that barring a massive night by Brunson -- who is dealing with two excellent perimeter defenders in Jrue Holiday and Derrick White -- the Celtics should be able to not only win, but cover, for the second game in a row.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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The Spa The wellness spaces were not yet ready during my visit, so the hotel arranged an excellent massage in my suite.—
David Shortell,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2025
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She was selected as one of just 100 high school seniors across San Diego County to receive this honor, recognizing her academic excellence and leadership.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 May 2025
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Through strategic integration of emerging payment technologies, companies can ensure their payment acceptance policies and experiences are a driving force behind customer satisfaction, operational excellence, cost optimization and competitive differentiation on a global scale.—
Bob Purcell,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
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Few would deny the brilliance of Ousmane Dembele’s goal for Paris Saint-Germain in their Champions League semi-final’s first leg last month: a sweeping 26-pass move that carved through Arsenal.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
14 May 2025
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But Bobrovsky, building off several big saves in overtime in Game 3, had moments of brilliance when shots did get to him, spurring the crowd to cheer him on.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 2025
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Its deep, shiny green foliage is a wonderful complement to the perfectly peachy hue of each rose.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 May 2025
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Colombia’s coastal cities are famous for their cuisine, but don’t overlook their wonderful street foods.—
Cat Sposato,
AFAR Media,
15 May 2025
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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
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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
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What’s most important is to take it all in: the place, its majesty and its importance.—
Caroline Eubanks,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Apr. 2025
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Her majesty, the queen, is here.—
Jack Howland,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2025
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Comment Wow, what a terrific series finale to Luthen, the acclaimed Disney+ show about the rebel who challenged an Empire, and also all of the other rebels, mostly by lecturing them incessantly.—
Jesse Hassenger,
Vulture,
14 May 2025
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Already an Olympic bronze medalist thanks to her play for Team USA's 3 vs. 3 squad at the 2024 Paris games, Van Lith concluded a terrific NCAA career with a final season starring in the Big 12 for Texas Christian University.—
Alex Kirschenbaum,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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Her experience as a caregiver has infused her art with elegance, richness, and deep compassion.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Designed by renowned architect Robert Gurney, the residence has been hailed for marrying classic East Coast elegance with a clean, modern sensibility.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
9 May 2025
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“Superb.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superb. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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