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

Examples of world-class in a Sentence

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Other Illinois breeders went on to produce the winners of world-class races. Neil Milbert, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026 In addition to world-class golf, there are boutique hotels like Habitas Tulum, comprised of 32 ultra-posh canvas tents, most of which are set back in the jungle under the cover of palm and sea grape trees. Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Apr. 2026 His weakest club in the bag is the driver, but Hideki is one of the best on TOUR with his long irons, has a world-class short-game, and is putting well this season. Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 29 Apr. 2026 Today, Caesarea is an affluent resort town featuring galleries, cafes, and cultural attractions, as well as a world-class golf club and a long stretch of golden sand. Mark David, Robb Report, 28 Apr. 2026 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 1 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

world-class

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