superb

adjective

su·​perb su̇-ˈpərb How to pronounce superb (audio)
: marked to the highest degree by grandeur, excellence, brilliance, or competence
superbly adverb
superbness noun
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splendid, resplendent, gorgeous, glorious, sublime, superb mean extraordinarily or transcendently impressive.

splendid implies outshining the usual or customary.

the wedding was a splendid occasion

resplendent suggests a glowing or blazing splendor.

resplendent in her jewelry

gorgeous implies a rich splendor especially in display of color.

a gorgeous red dress

glorious suggests radiance that heightens beauty or distinction.

a glorious sunset

sublime implies an exaltation or elevation almost beyond human comprehension.

a vision of sublime beauty

superb suggests an excellence reaching the highest conceivable degree.

her singing was superb

Examples of superb in a Sentence

They've done a superb job. The performance was absolutely superb.
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Word History

Etymology

Latin superbus excellent, proud, from super above + -bus (akin to Old English bēon to be) — more at over, be

First Known Use

1549, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of superb was in 1549

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“Superb.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superb. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.

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superb

adjective
su·​perb su̇-ˈpərb How to pronounce superb (audio)
: outstandingly excellent, impressive, or beautiful
superb quality
was a superb pianist
superbly adverb
superbness noun

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