“Excellent” is an adjective that denotes a high degree of quality, superiority, or merit. When something is described as excellent, it surpasses expectations and stands out for its exceptional characteristics. It implies a level of performance, value, or accomplishment that is notably superior, earning admiration and approval.
Sample Sentences:
- The student received an excellent grade for the well-researched and articulate essay.
- The chef’s culinary skills were evident in the excellent flavor and presentation of the dish.
- The team delivered an excellent performance, exceeding the audience’s expectations.
- Her excellent leadership skills contributed to the success of the project.
- The company received excellent reviews for its commitment to customer satisfaction.
- The athlete demonstrated excellent agility and skill during the competition.
- The teacher praised the student for the excellent problem-solving abilities shown in the assignment.
- The book received excellent feedback for its engaging storyline and well-developed characters.
- The new software update brought excellent improvements to the user interface.
- The orchestra’s rendition of the classical piece was truly excellent, earning a standing ovation.
Synonyms (English – Indonesian):
- Outstanding – Luar biasa
- Superb – Hebat
- Exceptional – Luar biasa
- Splendid – Indah
- Marvelous – Menakjubkan
- Admirable – Layak diacungi jempol
- First-rate – Berkualitas tinggi
- Exemplary – Teladan
- Superlative – Terbaik
- Formidable – Mengesankan
Antonyms (English – Indonesian):
- Poor – Buruk
- Mediocre – Biasa
- Subpar – Kurang baik
- Inferior – Inferior
- Average – Rata-rata
- Unimpressive – Tidak mengesankan
- Substandard – Kurang baik
- Ordinary – Biasa
- Below par – Di bawah standar
- Unsatisfactory – Tidak memuaskan
Derived Words (English – Indonesian):
- Excellently – Dengan sangat baik
- Excellence – Keunggulan
Related Words (English – Indonesian):
- Quality – Kualitas
- Superiority – Keunggulan
- Merit – Keberhasilan
- Perfection – Kesempurnaan
- Achievement – Prestasi
- Competence – Kompetensi
- Skillfulness – Keahlian
- Prowess – Kelebihan
- Mastery – Penguasaan
- Brilliance – Kehebatan
Phrasal Verbs (English – Indonesian):
- Excel at – Unggul dalam
- Excel in – Unggul dalam
- Excel beyond – Unggul di luar
Common Expressions (English – Indonesian):
- “Excellent work” – “Pekerjaan yang sangat baik”
- “Excellent performance” – “Penampilan yang sangat baik”
- “An excellent choice” – “Pilihan yang sangat baik”
Related Idioms (English – Indonesian):
- “Top-notch” – “Berkualitas tinggi”
- “Cream of the crop” – “Yang terbaik dari yang terbaik”
- Second to none
- Cream of the crop
- Top of the line
- A cut above the rest
- The best of the best
- Head and shoulders above
- The crème de la crème
- The bee’s knees
- Beyond compare
- The cream of the cream
