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

But most are not well versed in sifting through medical research, and separating high-quality evidence from anecdotes and hunches.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2026

Over the past decade, several overlapping indie-rock scenes in the U.K. have produced bands that have achieved local popularity thanks to their consistently high-quality music, yet have had only mixed commercial success stateside.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The DSRB’s AAA-rated bonds would be precisely the kind of high-quality, euro-denominated instrument that a deeper European capital market could absorb.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

"Compliance with GLP guidelines was a key element of the project. We didn't just develop a good toothpaste with a new ingredient: we developed a high-quality oral care product of medical-grade standard," says Schilling.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 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
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• prime
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