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Word: Excellent
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
late Middle English (in the general sense ‘outstanding’ in either a good or bad way): from Old French, from Latin excellent- ‘being pre-eminent’, from excellere (see excel). The current appreciatory sense dates from the early 17th century
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɛksələnt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
extremely good; outstanding
Short Definition:extremely good
Examples:- the lorry was in excellent condition
- their results are excellent
Word: Excellent
Speech Type: Interjection
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈɛksələnt
Dialects: British English
Definition:
used to indicate approval or pleasure
Short Definition:used to indicate approval or pleasure
Examples:- ‘What a lovely idea! Excellent!’
Word: Excellent
Speech Type: Other
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