top-notch

adjective

ˈtäp-ˈnäch How to pronounce top-notch (audio)
Definition of top-notchnext
as in excellent
of the very best kind a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony

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Recent Examples of top-notch Creeping Juniper For a bigger impact and year-round color, creeping juniper is a top-notch ground-covering plant for front yards, backyards, and everywhere in between. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 14 Oct. 2026 Think of it as a one-stop destination for top-notch wellness, incredible vino, and unique custom experiences in California’s Wine Country. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026 The offense should see immediate improvement, as Bedard’s ice vision and top-notch puck handling make all of his linemates better. — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2026 Happily, there is an enormous amount of suspension and braking integrity to the bike, and its suite of electronics is top-notch – cornering ABS, Traction Control, and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring system are standard. — New Atlas, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for top-notch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for top-notch
  1. excellent
  2. superb
  3. wonderful
  4. terrific
  5. great
  6. awesome
  7. fantastic
  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
  • La Dame utilizes some ingredients only seen here, such as France’s superb Normandy butter.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
  • His ability to capture Haymitch’s warmth and charm and then weave that into the rage and heartbreak the Hunger Games sparks is superb.
    — Zack Sharf, Variety, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • An itinerary of hikes, wine tastings, and a sunset cruise offering incredible views of the Santa Barbara coastline is a wonderful way to end the day, while a cozy house with a garden will add to everyone’s enjoyment.
    — Vogue, Vogue, 27 Oct. 2026
  • The improbable evening turned into a moving tribute to both Capra himself and his tale of the suicidal banker George Bailey, who comes to realize that his life has indeed been wonderful.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • Mainly notable for its high-octane car chases and terrific stunt work, the film should, like most of Neeson’s recent efforts, find its biggest audiences on streaming and cable.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Our review praised the terrific gunplay, tense matches, and incredible graphics.
    — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of terrific
Adjective
  • L3Harris claims its design can deliver greater range and speed than existing systems.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Tarantino revealed the most personally meaningful piece of casting in a film filled with great performances — including supporting turns by multiple actors (Austin Butler, Mikey Madison, Sydney Sweeney) who have blown up in the seven years since.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of great
Adjective
  • The soups are incredible, the variety of pastas is awesome, and the entrées are varied and filling.
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 Oct. 2026
  • This training staff’s awesome, and all the guys really like this training staff.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of awesome
Adjective
  • The loss ended a fantastic two-year run for the Vikings and their nine senior starters.
    — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • This is a fantastic new addition to the category, with notes of tropical fruit, citrus, vanilla, and roasted almond that lead every sip.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of fantastic
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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