excellent
adjective
ex·cel·lent
ˈek-s(ə-)lənt 
1
: very good of its kind : eminently good : first-class
2
archaic
: superior
excellently
adverb
Examples of excellent in a Sentence
Her new movie has received excellent reviews.
He is an excellent role model for young men everywhere.
The car is in excellent condition.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025
Greenery also makes an excellent addition to a resortcore space.
—Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2025
Robin will make an excellent addition to our great Kentucky State Senate Majority!
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
The adjustable chest and hip straps provided excellent support and stability, making the pack comfortable carrying about five to eight pounds of gear.
—Donna Kim, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for excellent
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excellent
adjective
ex·cel·lent
ˈek-s(ə-)lənt
: very good of its kind : first-class
excellently
adverb
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