Excellences — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈek-s(ə-)lən(t)s/ ex·cel·lence

Meaning & Definition of Excellences

Excellences (noun)

  1. the quality of being excellent
  2. an excellent or valuable quality, virtue
  3. excellency
  4. extreme excellence demonstrated by Black people despite racist systems, beliefs, etc. that make it harder for them to achieve success or to be recognized for their accomplishments; also, the determined pursuit of extreme excellence by Black people as a means of resisting and overcoming racist systems, beliefs, etc.
  5. a person who demonstrates Black excellence

Excellences (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a quality that gives something special worth

    "the particular excellence of down in clothing and sleeping bags is its lightness"

    similar: cardinal virtues, distinctions, excellencies, graces, merits, values, virtues
    related: advantages, edges, pluses, superiorities
    opposite: deficiencies, demerits, disvalues
    near: blemishes, defects, failings, faults, flaws, drawbacks, minuses, negatives

Related Entry: Excellence (noun)

Excellence is a different word from Excellences. The synonyms below are for excellence, not for excellences.

  1. exceptionally high quality

    "the annual awards honor excellence in children's literature"

    similar: choiceness, distinction, excellency, first-rateness, greatness, perfection, preeminence, primeness, superbness, superiority, supremacy
    related: faultlessness, flawlessness, impeccability, perfectness, goodness, value, worth, consequence, importance, notability
    near: averageness, badness, crumminess, inferiority, mediocrity, ordinariness, worthlessness

  2. a quality that gives something special worth

    "the particular excellence of down in clothing and sleeping bags is its lightness"

    similar: cardinal virtue, distinction, excellency, grace, merit, value, virtue
    related: advantage, edge, plus, superiority
    opposite: deficiency, demerit, disvalue
    near: blemish, defect, failing, fault, flaw, drawback, minus, negative

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Excellences

The most common words with a similar meaning to Excellences:

cardinal virtues, distinctions, excellencies, graces, merits, values, virtues

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Excellences

Words with the opposite meaning of Excellences:

deficiencies, demerits, disvalues

Related Words for Excellences

advantages, edges, pluses, superiorities

Near Antonyms of Excellences

blemishes, defects, failings, faults, flaws, drawbacks, minuses, negatives

Origin & Etymology of Excellences

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Excellences

What does "Excellences" mean?

"Excellences" means the quality of being excellent. As a noun, it is defined as: the quality of being excellent.

What is another word for "Excellences"?

Other words for "Excellences" include cardinal virtues, distinctions, excellencies, graces, merits, values and virtues. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Excellences" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Excellences"?

There are 11 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Excellences". Common alternatives include cardinal virtues, distinctions, excellencies, graces, merits, values and virtues.

What is the opposite of "Excellences"?

Antonyms of "Excellences" include deficiencies, demerits and disvalues. Near antonyms include blemishes, defects, failings and faults.

How do you use "Excellences" in a sentence?

Examples of "Excellences" in a sentence: "the particular excellence of down in clothing and sleeping bags is its lightness".

Is "Excellences" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Excellences" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Excellences"?

"Excellences" is pronounced /ˈek-s(ə-)lən(t)s/ and divided into syllables as ex·cel·lence.

What is the origin of the word "Excellences"?

First known use: 14th century.