Meaning & use

superb

adjective·Everyday

Excellent or outstanding in quality; of a very high standard.

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The chef prepared a superb meal that impressed every guest at the dinner.

Critics praised the actor's superb performance in the film's final scene.

A note on using this word

Superb is a strong, enthusiastic word; it is generally not modified by 'very' since it already expresses the highest degree of quality.

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