C1adjective formal 2K

Superb

🇬🇧 UK /["/suːˈpɜːb/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/suːˈpɜːrb/"]/

Meaning of Superb

excellent; of very good quality

In simple words: very good or excellent

Superb in a sentence

• a superb player
• The car's in superb condition.
• His performance was absolutely superb.
• You look superb.
• The cuisine is absolutely superb.
• It was a superb goal, scored just seconds before half-time.
• The facilities at the hotel are quite superb.
• a country cottage in a superb location

How to use Superb

Use 'superb' in positive contexts to describe things that are exceptionally good, often with a touch of elegance. Avoid in casual or everyday speech, where simpler words like 'great' are more common.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Sounds like 'super' with a 'b' — think of something that is 'super' in every way.

Related words

Collocations with Superb

• be
• look
• sound
• really
• absolutely
• quite

Synonyms for Superb

• excellent
• outstanding
• exceptional
• fantastic
• wonderful

Opposites of Superb

• poor
• mediocre
• bad

Common mistakes with Superb

• Confused with 'superb' and 'superbowl'
• Using 'superb' in negative contexts
• Overusing it in casual settings

Frequently asked questions about Superb

What does Superb mean?

very good or excellent

What is the definition of Superb?

excellent; of very good quality

How do you use Superb in a sentence?

a superb player

Can you give another example of Superb?

The car's in superb condition.

What are synonyms for Superb?

Common alternatives include excellent, outstanding, exceptional, fantastic, wonderful.

What is the opposite of Superb?

Opposite meanings include poor, mediocre, bad.

What words go with Superb?

It commonly pairs with be, look, sound, really, absolutely, quite.

What are common mistakes when using Superb?

Confused with 'superb' and 'superbowl' Using 'superb' in negative contexts Overusing it in casual settings

How do you pronounce Superb?

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

Is Superb formal or informal?

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

When should I use Superb?

Use 'superb' in positive contexts to describe things that are exceptionally good, often with a touch of elegance. Avoid in casual or everyday speech, where simpler words like 'great' are more common.

What CEFR level is Superb?

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