hervorragend
Translation
excellent, outstanding, superb
Examples
Er ist ein hervorragender Arzt.
He is an excellent doctor.
Sie hat eine hervorragende Arbeit geleistet.
She did an outstanding job.
Wir danken für den hervorragenden Service.
We thank you for the excellent service.
Grammar Patterns
((attributive)) an excellent... ein hervorragender Wein
Similar Words
Synonyms: excellent, superb, outstanding; Antonyms: poor, mediocre, bad
Etymology
From 'hervor-' (forth, out) and 'ragen' (to protrude, to tower). It literally means 'standing out'.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'towers forth' or 'stands out' from the crowd because of its superior quality.