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

In recent years, healthcare lost some of its defensive, high-quality allure when megacap tech stocks became so profitable, defensive, and stable.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Because this approach boosts beneficial pigments and aroma compounds without reducing yield or plant vigor, it could be especially useful for developing high-quality produce.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

"Wearing clothing made of high-quality leather is a way of showing off one's special status," says Cheong.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

The Apple TV streaming service, firmly lodged between mass-market Netflix and high-quality HBO.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Joanie lent me some high-quality pencils and glossy paper since I helped her out with clean-up after the card tournament debacle, so I can draw whenever I want.

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini

Related Words

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