excellent
Something that is extremely good or of very high quality. It is used to praise someone's work, a specific object, or a positive experience.
Examples
3 of 5This chocolate cake is excellent!
This chocolate cake is extremely good!
The applicant has excellent communication skills.
The applicant has very high-quality communication skills.
That was an excellent movie, you should watch it.
That was a great movie, you should watch it.
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the computer program 'Excel.' It is designed to help you organize data with high quality and precision.
Quick Quiz
The service at the new hotel was ____; the staff helped us with everything.
Correct!
The correct answer is: excellent
Examples
This chocolate cake is excellent!
everydayThis chocolate cake is extremely good!
The applicant has excellent communication skills.
formalThe applicant has very high-quality communication skills.
That was an excellent movie, you should watch it.
informalThat was a great movie, you should watch it.
The researcher provided excellent evidence for the theory.
academicThe researcher provided very high-quality evidence for the theory.
Our company offers excellent customer service.
businessOur company offers very high-quality customer service.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
Excellent work!
You did a very good job!
An excellent point
A very good or smart idea
In excellent health
Feeling very healthy and strong
Often Confused With
'Great' is a general positive word, while 'excellent' specifically implies a higher standard of quality.
'Excelling' is the present participle of the verb 'excel,' whereas 'excellent' is the adjective used for description.
Usage Notes
Use 'excellent' when you want to express a level of quality higher than just 'good.' It is a strong adjective that emphasizes high standards.
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 'very' with 'excellent' (e.g., 'very excellent') because 'excellent' is already a strong, non-gradable adjective.
Memory Tip
Think of the computer program 'Excel.' It is designed to help you organize data with high quality and precision.
Word Origin
Derived from the Latin word 'excellere,' which means to rise above or surpass others.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In English-speaking education systems, 'Excellent' is often the highest possible grade or praise given by a teacher on an assignment.
Quick Quiz
The service at the new hotel was ____; the staff helped us with everything.
Correct!
The correct answer is: excellent
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