topflight

adjective

ˈtäp-ˈflīt How to pronounce topflight (audio)
Definition of topflightnext
as in excellent
of the very best kind gave a topflight performance that earned a standing ovation

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Recent Examples of topflight On first encounter, Humphreys seems an unlikely choice to take on topflight white-shoe defense firms hired by the United States' most profitable news channel. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 4 Oct. 2026 Also any child who loves soccer will love attending a topflight game in the English Premier League. — Ramsay Short, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topflight
  1. excellent
  2. superb
  3. wonderful
  4. terrific
  5. great
  6. prime
  7. stellar
  8. lovely
Adjective
  • Bold from brown butter and balsamic vinegar and bright from lemon, the crunchy topping is an excellent foil to the sweetness of roasted squash.
    — Shilpa Uskokovic, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Their bench even has some guys providing excellent backup options.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Those hiding from family this Thanksgiving can take solace in a cornucopia of superb TV offerings.
    — David Faris, TheWeek, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Throughout, there’s a lingering sadness, which is properly explored in a superb episode made up of a trifecta of flashbacks, and his dour constitution still pairs perfectly with Helen’s reassuring nature.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • Server was wonderful and attentive and the manager came around to check on things.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Nov. 2026
  • There’s a wonderful connection between this film and the festival.
    — Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • Arrive for lunch at the Grotto in your bathing suit, and please don't sleep through the terrific breakfast buffet.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Though Osborne finished 17-for-34 for 245 yards and two TDs, sacked three times, made some spectacular plays, and receiver Ryder Treadway made a number of terrific catches, the Huskies could not catch up.
    — Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of terrific
Adjective
  • The 39-year-old Crosby broke his tie with Kings great Marcel Dionne by scoring his 1,772nd point when Evgeni Malkin's one-timer deflected in off him in the second period.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The 39-year-old Crosby broke his tie with Kings great Marcel Dionne by scoring his 1,772nd point when Evgeni Malkin’s one-timer deflected in off him in the second period.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of great
Adjective
  • My Daughter is a Zombie is a prime example of the importance of that relationship with fans.
    — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Other prime spots include the south side of 59th Street between Columbus Circle and Sixth Avenue and the entire stretch of Sixth Avenue between 38th and 59th.
    — Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of prime
Adjective
  • Lloyd and Verlaine’s stellar guitar work anchored Television’s seminal debut, Marquee Moon, which was released in 1977.
    — Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Referee David Smith has a less-than-stellar reputation among SEC fans, and the decisions from his crew Saturday won’t help matters.
    — PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of stellar
Adjective
  • This also had a boat trip included, a lovely way to cool off after a day walking Barcelona’s lanes.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
  • This rigid, eye-catching collar makes a lovely focal point over plunging necklines and high-collar dresses alike.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of lovely

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“Topflight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topflight. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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