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

It chose to set up in Long Beach to be close to high-quality hires as well.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 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

By providing affordable, high-quality internet, Amazon can reach millions of people and businesses who are currently offline or poorly served, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Often what looks like a high-quality business is really just a brand having its moment, and it is hard to know when that moment will end.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

"But it's just a poster from the gift shop. I've got high-quality digital maps on my computer—" "Nope. I can't draw on those," he said.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir

Related Words

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