: being of the highest caliber in the world
a world-class athlete

Examples of world-class in a Sentence

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Following a $2 million renovation, the restaurant, located in the Fairmont El San Juan, abandoned the traditional steakhouse concept and introduced an elevated nightlife ambiance and world-class gastronomy. Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025 But the ducks at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis are world-class cute. Keith Sharon, The Tennessean, 28 July 2025 In a city crammed with high-end hotels, Aman Tokyo should be the go-to choice for travelers who want a world-class hotel with traditional Japanese style and design. Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 28 July 2025 Neither player has addressed his future, but if Suarez and/or Busquets retire at the end of the year, De Paul will fulfill the role of world-class midfielder and confidant for Messi. MLS rules allow just three Designated Players with salaries exceeding the league maximum. Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 26 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for world-class

Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of world-class was in 1939

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“World-class.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/world-class. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

world-class

adjective
: being of the highest degree of excellence in the world
a world-class athlete
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