Synonyms of textbook

textbook 1 of 2

adjective

as in classic

constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated

a textbook example of a film that captures the feel of the novel on which it is based

Synonyms & Similar Words

• classic
• exemplary
• model
• definitive
• perfect
• paradigmatic
• excellent
• quintessential
• archetypical
• superb
• archetypal
• unique
• wonderful
• terrific
• great
• exceptional
• prime
• special
• ideal
• imitable
• fine
• marvellous
• marvelous
• stellar
• fantastic
• first-class
• flawless
• top
• superlative
• first-rate
• sensational
• banner
• absolute
• par excellence
• choice
• fabulous
• superior
• dandy
• nonpareil
• splendid
• nifty
• impeccable
• wizard
• sterling
• grand
• high-grade
• capital
• fancy
• A1
• unsurpassed
• swell
• top-notch
• crackerjack
• primo
• groovy
• keen
• bang-up
• A-OK
• jim-dandy
• tip-top

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• poor
• bad
• unsatisfactory
• substandard
• typical
• normal
• inadequate
• low-grade
• average
• vile
• inferior
• ordinary
• atrocious
• wretched
• representative
• deficient
• disappointing
• execrable
• mediocre
• second-class
• failed
• second-rate

textbook

2 of 2

noun

as in handbook

a book used for instruction in a subject

one shelf in my bookcase is crammed full of my old college textbooks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• handbook
• text
• manual
• dictionary
• primer
• vocabulary
• lexicon
• encyclopedia
• treatise
• grammar
• reader
• schoolbook
• reference
• guide
• guidebook
• bible
• casebook
• speller
• tract
• wordbook