C1noun formal 3K

Excellence

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈeksələns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈeksələns/"]/

Meaning of Excellence

the quality of being extremely good

In simple words: Being very good at something.

Excellence in a sentence

• a reputation for academic excellence
• The hospital is recognized as **a centre of excellence** in research and teaching.
• We demand excellence here at Trinity Hill School.
• The college aims to be a world centre of excellence in the field of marine biology.
• The mission of the festival is to promote excellence in children's films.
• This award recognizes excellence in urban design.
• The restaurant's standards of excellence have won it several awards.
• The school strives for academic excellence.
• her relentless pursuit of professional excellence
• This book shows the degree of artistic excellence the community has now achieved.

How to use Excellence

Used in formal contexts like education, awards, or professional settings to describe high quality or outstanding performance. Avoid in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Excellence sounds like 'excellent cell' - imagine a top-notch cell phone that does everything perfectly.

Related words

Collocations with Excellence

• academic
• artistic
• athletic
• degree
• level
• standard
• pursue
• strive for
• demand
• excellence in
• a centre/​center of excellence
• the pursuit of excellence

Synonyms for Excellence

• superiority
• brilliance
• quality
• flawlessness
• distinction

Opposites of Excellence

• mediocrity
• inferiority

Common mistakes with Excellence

• Confused with 'excellent' which is an adjective.
• Using it in informal contexts where 'good' would be more appropriate.
• Failing to recognize it as a noun; using it as a verb mistakenly.

Frequently asked questions about Excellence

What does Excellence mean?

Being very good at something.

What is the definition of Excellence?

the quality of being extremely good

How do you use Excellence in a sentence?

a reputation for academic excellence

Can you give another example of Excellence?

The hospital is recognized as **a centre of excellence** in research and teaching.

What are synonyms for Excellence?

Common alternatives include superiority, brilliance, quality, flawlessness, distinction.

What is the opposite of Excellence?

Opposite meanings include mediocrity, inferiority.

What words go with Excellence?

It commonly pairs with academic, artistic, athletic, degree, level, standard, pursue, strive for, demand, excellence in, a centre/​center of excellence, the pursuit of excellence.

What are common mistakes when using Excellence?

Confused with 'excellent' which is an adjective. Using it in informal contexts where 'good' would be more appropriate. Failing to recognize it as a noun; using it as a verb mistakenly.

How do you pronounce Excellence?

US: /["/ˈeksələns/"]/, UK: /["/ˈeksələns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Excellence formal or informal?

"Excellence" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Excellence?

Used in formal contexts like education, awards, or professional settings to describe high quality or outstanding performance. Avoid in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Excellence?

"Excellence" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.