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

The real career killer for most mothers in the U.S. is insufficient access to high-quality, affordable childcare.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Admittedly, the company’s pilot of high-quality, independent hotel listings has accounted for only a single-digit percentage of nights booked on the platform.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 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

In a high-quality affair, Littler averaged 104.11 to Humphries' 103.10.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 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
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