Synonyms for

Excellency

Verb / ˈeˈkslensi: / Another word for excellency — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The quality of being outstanding or extremely good; a title or address given to certain high-ranking officials or dignitaries.

Synonyms & similar words

excellency excellence greatness superiority eminence distinction perfection brilliance magnificence majesty nobility preeminence eminency supremacy exaltedness sublimity elevation grandeur splendor glory honor respect

Synonyms by register

Formal

eminence distinction preeminence supremacy

Literary

virtue prowess acumen

Antonyms

inferiority mediocrity commonness ordinariness insignificance failure

Common collocations

  • his excellency
  • her excellency
  • your excellency
  • address of excellency
  • title of excellency
  • high excellency
  • rank of excellency

Word family

noun excellence
adjective excellent
adverb excellently

Usage note

Often used as a title of respect for high-ranking officials, such as ambassadors or governors. It refers to a high degree of quality or achievement.

Example sentences

  1. His Excellency, the ambassador, arrived at the airport today.
  2. The President's Excellency in leadership has been acknowledged by many.
  3. She showed Excellency in her work and was promoted to manager.
  4. The chef's Excellency in cooking earned him a Michelin star.
  5. The Excellency of the performance left the audience in awe.

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