Synonyms
- A-OK
- A1
- awesome
- bang-up
- banner
- beautiful
- blue-chip
- blue-ribbon
- boffo
- bonny [chiefly British]
- bonnie
- boss [slang]
- brag
- brave
- bully
- bumper
- capital
- choice
- classic
- cool [slang]
- corking
- crackerjack
- cracking
- dandy
- divine
- dope [slang]
- down [slang]
- dynamite
- excellent
- fab
- fabulous
- famous
- fantabulous [slang]
- fantastic
- fine
- first-class
- first-rate
- first-string
- five-star
- four-star
- frontline
- gangbusters
- gangbuster
- gilt-edged
- gilt-edge
- gone [slang]
- grand
- great
- groovy
- heavenly
- high-class
- hot
- hype [slang]
- immense
- jim-dandy
- keen
- lovely
- marvelous
- marvellous
- mean
- neat
- nifty
- noble
- number one
- No. 1
- numero uno
- out-of-sight [slang]
- par excellence
- peachy
- peachy keen
- phat [slang]
- prime
- primo [slang]
- prize
- prizewinning
- quality
- radical [slang]
- righteous [slang]
- sensational
- slick
- splendid
- stellar
- sterling
- superb
- superior
- superlative
- supernal
- swell
- terrific
- tip-top
- top
- top-of-the-line
- top-shelf
- topflight
- topping [chiefly British]
- unsurpassed
- wizard [chiefly British]
- wonderful
Examples of top-notch in a Sentence
a top-notch violinist who had no trouble getting a position with the symphony
Recent Examples on the Web
Christened the Sonos Ace, the over-the-ear Bluetooth cans were designed to deliver top-notch audio without sacrificing style or comfort.
—
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 May 2024
The dining and cocktail scene on the island is top-notch, so plan some nights out, too.
—Nina Kahn, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
This hilarious gathering brings together top-notch comedians from around the nation, focusing on highlighting women and diverse comics.
—Sarah Kuta, The Denver Post, 21 May 2024
Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint Rihanna always delivers top-notch products for her beauty fans.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 20 May 2024
Embarcadero Capital, one of the Bay Area’s top-notch and veteran real estate firms, bought the big three-story office complex in 2016.
—George Avalos, The Mercury News, 20 May 2024
Only top-notch students are accepted into Titan Capital Management.
—Contributing Writer, Orange County Register, 17 May 2024
As for the display testing, this panel pushed top-notch color coverage, and the brightness result backed up my eye test.
—PCMAG, 15 May 2024
The hulking people haulers of yore have been replaced by much more stylish vehicles that combine forward-thinking tech, plush comfort, and top-notch performance into one ultra-convenient package.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 May 2024
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 21 May 2024
The dining and cocktail scene on the island is top-notch, so plan some nights out, too.
—Nina Kahn, Travel + Leisure, 21 May 2024
This hilarious gathering brings together top-notch comedians from around the nation, focusing on highlighting women and diverse comics.
—Sarah Kuta, The Denver Post, 21 May 2024
Fenty Beauty Eaze Drop Blurring Skin Tint Rihanna always delivers top-notch products for her beauty fans.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 20 May 2024
Embarcadero Capital, one of the Bay Area’s top-notch and veteran real estate firms, bought the big three-story office complex in 2016.
—George Avalos, The Mercury News, 20 May 2024
Only top-notch students are accepted into Titan Capital Management.
—Contributing Writer, Orange County Register, 17 May 2024
As for the display testing, this panel pushed top-notch color coverage, and the brightness result backed up my eye test.
—PCMAG, 15 May 2024
The hulking people haulers of yore have been replaced by much more stylish vehicles that combine forward-thinking tech, plush comfort, and top-notch performance into one ultra-convenient package.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 May 2024
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“Top-notch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/top-notch. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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