Synonyms for

Superb

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

Definition

of the highest quality; excellent

Synonyms & similar words

brilliant excellent splendid marvelous wonderful fantastic brilliant outstanding first-rate top-notch stellar awesome amazing magnificent terrific phenomenal superior impressive dazzling great top-quality

Synonyms by register

Formal

excellent outstanding exceptional splendid

Informal

great awesome fantastic amazing

Literary

sublime resplendent glorious

Antonyms

mediocre average ordinary poor inferior bad terrible

Common collocations

  • superb performance
  • superb quality
  • superb condition
  • superb example
  • superb meal
  • superb view
  • superb craftsmanship

Word family

adjective superb
adverb superbly

Usage note

Superb is a strong positive adjective. It is generally used in formal and informal contexts to describe something of very high quality or excellence.

Example sentences

  1. The view from the top of the mountain was superb.
  2. The singer's performance was superb. She hit all the right notes.
  3. The chef's cooking was superb. The meal was delicious.
  4. The movie was superb. It kept me on the edge of my seat.
  5. The athlete's performance was superb. She broke the world record.

Quotes

  • She looked so superb in her new dress.
  • The team's performance was superb. They played their hearts out.
  • The sunset was superb. It was like a painting in the sky.

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