superb

adjective

su̇-ˈpərb How to pronounce superb (audio)
Definition of superbnext
as in excellent
of the very best kind the restaurant's baker makes a superb chocolate cake

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How does the adjective superb contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of superb are glorious, gorgeous, resplendent, splendid, and sublime. While all these words mean "extraordinarily or transcendently impressive," superb suggests an excellence reaching the highest conceivable degree.

her singing was superb

When is it sensible to use glorious instead of superb?

While in some cases nearly identical to superb, glorious suggests radiance that heightens beauty or distinction.

a glorious sunset

When might gorgeous be a better fit than superb?

The words gorgeous and superb can be used in similar contexts, but gorgeous implies a rich splendor especially in display of color.

a gorgeous red dress

When would resplendent be a good substitute for superb?

In some situations, the words resplendent and superb are roughly equivalent. However, resplendent suggests a glowing or blazing splendor.

resplendent in her jewelry

When is splendid a more appropriate choice than superb?

While the synonyms splendid and superb are close in meaning, splendid implies outshining the usual or customary.

the wedding was a splendid occasion

When can sublime be used instead of superb?

The synonyms sublime and superb are sometimes interchangeable, but sublime implies an exaltation or elevation almost beyond human comprehension.

a vision of sublime beauty

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of superb If a few of the pictures—Tina Modotti’s telegraph poles, Manuel Álvarez Bravo’s optician’s sign—have come to define Mexican modernism, the show explores the full range and depth of that style, often with superb vintage prints. — Rhoda Feng, New Yorker, 31 July 2026 The icon had plenty of superb driving experience under his belt. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 July 2026 Remember, the company’s last quarterly results in April were superb, but the stock got dinged on the spending guide. — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 26 July 2026 In mid-July, Chelsea Gray of the Las Vegas Aces, who is almost as superb a player as Clark, received a vile message after her team lost to the Fever. — Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for superb
Recent Examples of Synonyms for superb
  1. excellent
  2. wonderful
  3. terrific
  4. great
  5. fantastic
  6. lovely
  7. awesome
  8. fabulous
Adjective
  • Albies is an excellent contact hitter, putting the bat on the ball, and driving the ball to the gaps.
    — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Located in the heart of the Marais, a restaurant at the Centre Pompidou would have to be pretty special to compete against all the excellent neighboring options.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Such a contrast to the wonderful Bootham Crescent, York’s home until 2020 and within stumbling distance of not only the famous Minster but all the city’s many other attractions.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Stepping into the shoes of Steve McQueen is no easy feat, but Brosnan does so with style as Thomas Crown, a billionaire art thief who falls for the insurance investigator chasing him, played by the wonderful Rene Russo.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • Spiridakos is terrific as the no-nonsense ranger who refuses to let herself be crushed by her past or present.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
  • For 12 terrific seasons now, the New England Revolution has celebrated their partnership with Special Olympics Massachusetts and the incredible impact of the Rev's Unified Team.
    — Juli McDonald, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of terrific
Adjective
  • If cultural norms do shape footballing identities, that gap may help explain why the Spanish game has historically placed a greater premium on collective structures than some of its European neighbours.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • His greatest series let people see a character who has revealed the filthiest, most shameful parts of themselves, and imagine them as a mirror.
    — CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of great
Adjective
  • But news of her grandmother’s possible death fractures the journey, drawing Adela into childhood memories, family silences and fantastical visions.
    — Callum McLennan, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Similarly, the femur and patella surgeries were also successful and the fantastic surgery team was able to save my left leg.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of fantastic
Adjective
  • The backstory First inaugurated in 1900 for the Exposition Universelle at the turn of the century, this property is charismatically old at a lovely 125.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
  • There are orange and ube lattes, that sea-salt cheese latte that only comes iced and soft serve with coffee – a drippy, lovely affogato.
    — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of lovely
Adjective
  • Like genuinely one of the most awesome episodes in the Game of Thrones universe.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Justin Gonzales, the club’s top power prospect, is having an awesome stretch for the Drive.
    — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of awesome
Adjective
  • There are also more complicated emotions, like jealousy, that fabulous women are allowed to express more fully.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Sure, the paint job looks fabulous, and the commemorative stickers and the special serial numbers might woo a select few, but there’s hardly much beyond that.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of fabulous

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