high-quality

American  

[hahy-kwol-i-tee] / ˈhaɪˈkwɒl ɪ ti /

adjective

1. adhering to an excellent standard of measure; of superior quality.

   Education depends on high-quality teachers and materials in our schools.

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Etymology

Origin of high-quality

First recorded in 1880–85; high ( def. ) + quality ( def. )

Example Sentences

However, from that point onwards, the Scots' back four limited their high-quality opposition to relatively few chances.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2026

The general approach is to minimize processed carbohydrates, prioritize fiber-rich foods, and anchor meals in high-quality proteins.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 21, 2026

“With scarce, high-quality direct-to-device spectrum seeing strong marks in recent transactions…we think Viasat’s portfolio, arguably the largest and cleanest globally, represents meaningful upside,” wrote Raymond James analyst Brent Penter in a May research note.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

The Thalberg Award honors producers whose bodies of work reflect consistently high-quality motion picture production.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

My friendship with my best friends was like the best high-quality chocolate—sweet and smooth.

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence

Related Words

• excellent
• finest
• first-rate
• prime
• quality
• superior