top-tier

American  

[top-teer] / ˈtɒpˈtɪər /

adjective

1. of or among the highest rank, level, importance, or quality.

   It was again named the top-tier exterior house paint.

   She was sought after by three top-tier college basketball teams.

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Etymology

Origin of top-tier

First recorded in 1940–45; top ¹ ( def. ) + tier ¹ ( def. )

Example Sentences

With game makers increasingly incorporating AI in game production, Su thinks top-tier game makers like NetEase could produce games more efficiently, adding that AI is pushing gaming companies to develop better products.

From The Wall Street Journal

The men are back on the ice on Friday, in what should be another top-tier contest against the Italians at 08:05 GMT - live on the BBC.

From BBC

The Italians’ first encounter with the top-tier pros this week had been much smoother—mainly because there were no pucks or goals involved.

From The Wall Street Journal

Representatives for several top-tier Wasserman acts like Tyler, the Creator declined to discuss plans for their future with the agency.

From Los Angeles Times

“It will discourage companies from spamming the system and provide certainty to employers who actually need to bring the top-tier talent from overseas,” Rogers said.

From The Wall Street Journal