as in excellent
of the very best kind
I know a topping new pub in Southwark
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in surpassing
to be greater, better, or stronger than
the next contender's javelin throw topped the reigning champion's and set a new world record
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of topping
Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2022
In a medium bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, butter and walnuts to form a crumbly topping.
—Jane Black, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2022
Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
In a statement to PEOPLE, the restaurant, known for its bacon-forward burgers, noted that the meaty addition is more than just a topping.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
Not only does topping a crape myrtle turn it into an eyesore, but these brutal pruning cuts can cause disease and decay to set into the wood.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for topping
Adjective
Start with this easy nachos recipe, then go to town with topping options such as cilantro, jalapeno peppers, sour cream, and salsa.
—Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Nov. 2022
In a medium bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, butter and walnuts to form a crumbly topping.
—Jane Black, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2022
Noun
At midnight, simply press down on the top of your cupcake topping, and the ball will drop on its own.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
In a statement to PEOPLE, the restaurant, known for its bacon-forward burgers, noted that the meaty addition is more than just a topping.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
Verb
Gadot comes to the project after working with Skydance, pre Skydance-Paramount merger, on the chart-topping 2023 Netflix spy thriller Heart of Stone.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 7 Jan. 2026
Not only does topping a crape myrtle turn it into an eyesore, but these brutal pruning cuts can cause disease and decay to set into the wood.
—Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for topping
Recent Examples of Synonyms for topping
Adjective
-
Thus far, Arsenal’s excellent form has relegated the injuries to a subplot.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
-
The carbon nanofiber provides mechanical stability, abundant pore channels, and excellent electrolyte wettability, while the cobalt sites catalyze the adsorption and conversion of polysulfides.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
Strain into cocktail glass, garnish with a lemon peel.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
10 Jan. 2026
-
For a twist on the traditional toppers (and to hint what's inside), garnish with apple slivers.—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
That measure passed overwhelmingly, by a 2-to-1 majority, easily surpassing that of the original initiative.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Jan. 2026
-
Pomegranates have reached super stature and have been dubbed the new super fruit, surpassing blueberries as the antioxidant of choice for heart health.—
Mary Ann Esposito,
Boston Herald,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
The country's greatest resource is not oil beneath the ground, but people--inside and outside the country--who still care deeply about its future.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Jan. 2026
-
Newsom is certainly right that California is a great state and an economic engine unmatched by other states.—
Sal Rodriguez,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
Noun
-
Food can be made more flavorful with salt-free seasonings, herbs and spices.—
Kristen Rogers,
CNN Money,
8 Jan. 2026
-
This hearty soup boasts a bounty of veggies and seasonings, including pumpkin or squash, fresh ginger, lime juice, cumin, and fresh cilantro.—
Ashlyn Ware,
Midwest Living,
8 Jan. 2026
Verb
-
Anta’s per share offer price isn’t known, and Artémis reportedly expected bids exceeding 40 euros per share.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
8 Jan. 2026
-
That ruling, which was recently overturned by an appellate court, stood in stark contrast to the will of Tesla’s shareholders, who have now affirmed the substance of the 2018 CEO Performance Award on three separate occasions, each with support exceeding 75% of votes cast.—
Shane Goodwin,
Fortune,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
The guest capacity of 3,246 feels delightfully low considering the mind-blowing variety of venues, including nine superb specialty restaurants (love a good steakhouse at sea) and seven that are winners even without an upcharge.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
31 Dec. 2025
-
The Sofia, by Vagabond Haven, is a superb example of clever space-saving design.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
28 Dec. 2025
Verb
-
This tale sets the scene for the fifth stage of the Mustang Trail Race–an annual eight-stage event totaling 105 miles with roughly 29,000 feet of elevation gain at high altitudes regularly eclipsing 13,000 feet.—
Joe Baur,
Outside,
31 Oct. 2025
-
Rice farming also led Yuba County’s agricultural industries at $52 million, narrowly eclipsing walnuts ($51 million) and kiwi ($48 million).—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
30 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Topping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/topping. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share