Excellent
Example: The results are excellent compared to expectations
Definition
"Excellent" describes something of exceptionally high quality or superior merit, often surpassing expectations. It conveys a strong positive judgment about the value or performance of an object, person, or outcome, such as in the phrase: The results are excellent compared to expectations.
Etymology
The word "excellent" comes from the Latin verb 'excellere,' meaning 'to rise or surpass.' It entered English through Old French during the late Middle Ages, carrying the sense of outstanding or superior quality. Did you know? The root 'excellere' combines 'ex-' meaning 'out' and 'cellere' meaning 'to rise,' literally suggesting something that rises above others.
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"Excellent" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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