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noun

ˈkwä-lə-tē How to pronounce quality (audio)
Definition of qualitynext
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as in rate
degree of excellence we expect a high quality of service in such a fancy restaurant

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as in dignity
high position within society a glamorous invitation-only party for all the people of quality in the summer resort

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as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind unfailing kindness is one of her many fine qualities

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as in nobility
the highest class in a society the quality were inordinately proud of their bloodlines

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quality

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adjective

as in excellent
of the very best kind an antiques dealer who handles nothing but quality pieces

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How is the word quality different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of quality are attribute, character, and property. While all these words mean "an intelligible feature by which a thing may be identified," quality is a general term applicable to any trait or characteristic whether individual or generic.

material with a silky quality

When is it sensible to use attribute instead of quality?

The synonyms attribute and quality are sometimes interchangeable, but attribute implies a quality ascribed to a thing or a being.

the attributes of a military hero

When is character a more appropriate choice than quality?

The words character and quality can be used in similar contexts, but character applies to a peculiar and distinctive quality of a thing or a class.

remarks of an unseemly character

When could property be used to replace quality?

In some situations, the words property and quality are roughly equivalent. However, property implies a characteristic that belongs to a thing's essential nature and may be used to describe a type or species.

the property of not conducting heat

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Recent Examples of quality
Noun
Texas Hill Country, United States The Texas Hill Country has become a surprising source of quality rosé. —Rachel King, Forbes.com, 7 June 2025 Todibo showed glimpses of his quality following his arrival on a season-long loan from French side Nice in August, a deal which carried an obligation to buy. —Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 7 June 2025
Adjective
Child rapists should have long incarceration periods and quality mental health interventions. —The Tennessean, 1 Aug. 2024 But while cheap, synthetic gloves can leave your fingers cold, quality synthetic insulation is ideal for gloves. —Wes Siler, Outside Online, 22 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for quality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for quality
  1. rate
  2. dignity
  3. characteristic
  4. nobility
  5. excellent
  6. rank
  7. feature
  8. aristocracy
Noun
  • The annual inflation rate fell from a 2.4% increase in March to 2.3% as consumer prices rose 0.2%, according to Consumer Price Index data.
    — Auzinea Bacon, CNN Money, 8 June 2025
  • That decision came on the heels of Georgia Power forcing consumers to endure six electricity bill rate increases between 2023-2025 while the utility’s profits soared 10% over the same time.
    — Forbes.com, Forbes.com, 8 June 2025
Definition of rate
Noun
  • Privacy by design: Technology should be built to protect people’s dignity.
    — Aislinn Conrad, The Conversation, 13 June 2025
  • This sweet spot is not about compromise but about integration—understanding that strategic objectives and human dignity are not competing priorities but complementary dimensions of organizational success.
    — Joseph Folkman, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
Definition of dignity
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  • Besides searching for the likes of methane and ammonia, the characteristics of the planet's atmosphere discernible to JWST could point to which formation model – core accretion or disk instability – is the correct one, or even whether a brand new formation model is needed.
    — Keith Cooper, Space.com, 4 June 2025
  • Key characteristics of individuals with big egos in the workplace include: Domineering behavior.
    — AllBusiness, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
Definition of characteristic
Noun
  • The blue sapphire is, in fact, often associated with royalty and nobility.
    — Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
  • Illumination has become an instrument of conferring nobility on those who would never seem to deserve it.
    — Jason Farago, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025
Definition of nobility
Adjective
  • Robin will make an excellent addition to our great Kentucky State Senate Majority!
    — Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 June 2025
  • This is an excellent time to invest, pitch a creative idea or spruce up your portfolio.
    — Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025
Definition of excellent
Noun
  • While Chairman Gu, Chairman Lee, Cha Yeong-do, Gu Jun-mo, and Lee Geum-son fight for control of the criminal organizations, Gi-jun cuts a relentless, ruthless path through their ranks.
    — Kayti Burt, Time, 6 June 2025
  • What was once considered a fringe sector defined by volatility and skepticism is now producing companies that are not only IPO-ready, but in some cases are joining the ranks of the S&P 500.
    — Tomer Niv, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025
Definition of rank
Noun
  • The refresh rate has also become an important feature.
    — Luke Larsen, Wired News, 15 June 2025
  • Standard features of note include a Victron dual-lithium battery electrical system with 3,000-W inverter and smart control panel, 250-L fresh water capacity, underfloor heating, Truma Combi diesel air and water heater, and a 2.4-kW Truma rooftop air conditioner.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 June 2025
Definition of feature
Noun
  • The result is Black dandyism by way of aristocracy—and the actor’s princess-like pose only adds to the effect.
    — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 6 May 2025
  • Long before mass production, skilled artisans crafted bespoke carriage bodies for the aristocracy and wealthy merchants.
    — Alex Levin, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Definition of aristocracy

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