superb

/suːˈpɜːb/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: superber · superbest

Sense 1

Meaning · English

First-rate; of the highest quality; exceptionally good.

Adjective

Examples

This champagne is superb.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

Grand; magnificent; august; stately.

Adjective

Examples

a superb edifice;  a superb colonnade

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “superb” mean?

First-rate; of the highest quality; exceptionally good.

Is “superb” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.