excellence
Americannoun
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the fact or state of excelling; superiority; eminence.
his excellence in mathematics.
- Synonyms:
- distinction, transcendence, preeminence
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an excellent quality or feature.
Use of herbs is one of the excellences of French cuisine.
- Antonyms:
- inferiority
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(usually initial capital letter) excellency.
noun
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the state or quality of excelling or being exceptionally good; extreme merit; superiority
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an action, characteristic, feature, etc, in which a person excels
Other Word Forms
- superexcellence noun
Etymology
Origin of excellence
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin excellentia; equivalent to excel + -ence
Example Sentences
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“These numbers reflect California’s commitment to academic excellence, access, and innovation, values that have made the University of California the world’s greatest research university,” UC President James B. Milliken said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times
“The Oscar not only honors the excellence of the individual and their team, but also affirms the art of casting as a vital cinematic craft.”
From Los Angeles Times
He redirected praise to the excellence of the crew and the sturdiness of the plane.
Whether excellence alone can continue to prop up a game afforded so little space remains the unanswered question.
From BBC
The fabrics used were intended to "promote British fashion, excellence and production", says Kwei.
From BBC
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