1
as in expert
a person with a high level of knowledge or skill in a field
took a few lessons with a tennis ace to improve his backhand
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in shred
a very small amount
not an ace of truth in what she said
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in inch
a very small distance or degree
came within an ace of being chosen for the part
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in skilled
having or showing exceptional knowledge, experience, or skill in a field of endeavor
an ace computer programmer
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in to practise
Related Words
Dissimilar Words
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 ace
Carmen Reinicke, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2025
However, Phillies ace Zack Wheeler, who only needed five pitches to get through the first, had his own rough second frame, allowing a single to Giancarlo Stanton before hitting Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Jasson Domínguez.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 27 July 2025
Anthony A. Ciuffa, Outdoor Life, 7 Aug. 2025
Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom made MLB history against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025
David Moore, Dallas News, 5 June 2023
In its pairing of ace British actors — Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins — and in its strange-but-true tale of working-class Brits breaking the rules, Phantom recalls The Duke (also a Sony Pictures Classics release), although that recent Jim Broadbent–Helen Mirren starrer has a heavier undercurrent.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 June 2022
See All Example Sentences for ace
Noun
While Palantir aced its most recent earnings report, its high valuation could exacerbate a selloff if the company stumbles in the future, said Morningstar’s Giarelli.
—Carmen Reinicke, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2025
However, Phillies ace Zack Wheeler, who only needed five pitches to get through the first, had his own rough second frame, allowing a single to Giancarlo Stanton before hitting Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Jasson Domínguez.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 27 July 2025
Adjective
But October is almost always an ace lunker month for me.
—Anthony A. Ciuffa, Outdoor Life, 7 Aug. 2025
Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom made MLB history against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Verb
And that number doesn’t include C.J. Goodwin who is a special teams ace, but plays corner in a pinch.
—David Moore, Dallas News, 5 June 2023
In its pairing of ace British actors — Mark Rylance and Sally Hawkins — and in its strange-but-true tale of working-class Brits breaking the rules, Phantom recalls The Duke (also a Sony Pictures Classics release), although that recent Jim Broadbent–Helen Mirren starrer has a heavier undercurrent.
—Sheri Linden, The Hollywood Reporter, 2 June 2022
See All Example Sentences for ace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ace
Noun
-
There are many creative ways to squeeze more walking into your day, experts said.—
Julia Ries Wexler,
Health,
14 Aug. 2025
-
Millennial fashion expert and stylist Samantha Dawn told Newsweek that fashion has always recycled trends, but newer generations are experiencing them for the first time while millennials and Gen Xers have already been through them.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Hawk still gets in daily shreds, whether at a custom concrete skate park at his home or on half-pipes around the world.—
Sarah Bahr,
New York Times,
5 July 2025
-
The secret payout was wrong and eliminated any shred of trust.—
Mary Ramsey,
Charlotte Observer,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Remember, as little as 6 inches of moving water can knock you off your feet.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Aug. 2025
-
Add more potting mix to bring the soil level to about 1 inch below the pot’s rim, firm the soil around your plant’s stems to keep them upright, and install a moss pole or other plant support if your plant needs it.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
The team must be skilled in rigorous experimentation to enable translation of data into meaningful insights.—
Mohit Agrawal,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
-
That third party might be a therapist, a religious leader or a friend who is skilled at remaining neutral and asking questions.—
R Eric Thomas,
Baltimore Sun,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
Tai said city planners have a responsibility to assess and present land use scenarios that a master developer might adopt.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
22 Aug. 2025
-
The Global Ambassador in Scottsdale has two master switches, one near the door and one next to the bed, and also has mood lighting that lets guests fine-tune the room’s ambience.—
Bailey Berg,
AFAR Media,
22 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
After the service, there will be bounce houses and a splash pad for recreation, and S&T Too Pizza, Damo’s Dogs, and Day Dreams & Ice Cream will be on site for purchase.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
-
Kids and their families enjoyed water games, a splash pad, pool time, giveaways and swag bags, and cool treats and snacks.—
Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
18 Aug. 2025
Noun
-
What steps to follow when driving in the rain? Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
23 Aug. 2025
-
One wrong step sent Luhn hurtling down the side of the mountain.—
Mitchell McCluskey,
CNN Money,
22 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
But Kravitz bucks this notion, proving that his adept songwriting skills translate even four decades later.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
-
Tost is also adept at setting Penny Jo loose in a world full of lethally ambitious schemers, many more obviously lethal than she.—
Peter Tonguette,
The Washington Examiner,
22 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Ace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ace. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share