quality
1 of 2noun
qual·i·ty ˈkwä-lə-tē 
plural qualities
1
a
: peculiar and essential character : nature
her ethereal quality
Gay Talese
Gay Talese b
: an inherent feature : property
had a quality of stridence, dissonance Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl c
: capacity, role
in the quality of reader and companion Joseph Conrad
Joseph Conrad2
a
: degree of excellence : grade
the quality of competing air service Current Biography
Current Biography b
: superiority in kind
merchandise of quality
3
a
: social status : rank
b
: aristocracy
4
a
: a distinguishing attribute : characteristic
possesses many fine qualities
b
archaic : an acquired skill : accomplishment
5
: the character in a logical proposition of being affirmative or negative
6
: vividness of hue
7
a
: timbre
b
: the identifying character of a vowel sound determined chiefly by the resonance of the vocal chambers in uttering it
8
: the attribute of an elementary sensation that makes it fundamentally unlike any other sensation
quality
2 of 2adjective
: being of high quality
Synonyms
Noun
- caliber
- calibre
- class
- grade
- rate
Adjective
- A-OK
- A1
- awesome
- bang-up
- banner
- beautiful
- blue-chip
- blue-ribbon
- boffo
- bonny [chiefly British]
- bonnie
- boss [slang]
- brag
- brave
- bully
- bumper
- capital
- choice
- classic
- cool [slang]
- corking
- crackerjack
- cracking
- dandy
- divine
- dope [slang]
- down [slang]
- dynamite
- excellent
- fab
- fabulous
- famous
- fantabulous [slang]
- fantastic
- fine
- first-class
- first-rate
- first-string
- five-star
- four-star
- frontline
- gangbusters
- gangbuster
- gilt-edged
- gilt-edge
- gone [slang]
- grand
- great
- groovy
- heavenly
- high-class
- hot
- hype [slang]
- immense
- jim-dandy
- keen
- lovely
- marvelous
- marvellous
- mean
- neat
- nifty
- noble
- number one
- No. 1
- numero uno
- out-of-sight [slang]
- par excellence
- peachy
- peachy keen
- phat [slang]
- prime
- primo [slang]
- prize
- prizewinning
- radical [slang]
- righteous [slang]
- sensational
- slick
- splendid
- stellar
- sterling
- superb
- superior
- superlative
- supernal
- swell
- terrific
- tip-top
- top
- top-notch
- top-of-the-line
- top-shelf
- topflight
- topping [chiefly British]
- unsurpassed
- wizard [chiefly British]
- wonderful
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Example Sentences
Noun Honesty is a desirable quality. Stubbornness is one of his bad qualities. She has strong leadership qualities. The house has many fine qualities. His music has a primitive quality. They offer quality at a reasonable price. Adjective The restaurant offers quality service. The store sells quality furniture at reasonable prices. It can be difficult to find quality childcare. He had a quality education. See More
Recent Examples on the Web Kylee Mcguigan, Popular Mechanics, 17 Sep. 2022 Fitting for Any Holiday Made from high-quality wood and decorated with realistic green plants, this cute welcome sign is great for year-round use. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 16 Sep. 2022 The Prime Video official Twitch channel (Amazon owns Twitch) had hundreds of thousands of viewers, according to The Ringer, and had a more high-quality stream compared to what some saw on their smart TVs or laptops. Chris Bumbaca, USA TODAY, 16 Sep. 2022 For generations, the U.S. economy was mechanically efficient at allowing more people into high-quality homes. Mene Ukueberuwa, WSJ, 16 Sep. 2022 This freestanding bag by Fitven is a high-quality punching bag at a great value. Yvonne Villasenor, SELF, 15 Sep. 2022 Policies including paid parental leave after childbirth, tax credits for families with young children, and the provision of affordable, high-quality childcare all bolster the pivotal early years of children’s lives and learning. Time, 15 Sep. 2022 In the far-reaches of California’s northern region lies sparsely populated Trinity County, part of the famed Emerald Triangle, a wide expanse of lush forest and mountains renowned for its high-quality weed. Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 The plane, which has yet to be designed, could let soldiers gather high-quality intelligence in a better way than the current crop of small intelligence aircraft allow, DARPA officials said. Pranshu Verma, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2022 Jamie Spain, Good Housekeeping, 13 Sep. 2022 Bronin said combining homeownership with quality rental opportunities represents a model that can be replicated by the city and its partners. Ted Glanzer, Hartford Courant, 12 Sep. 2022 As a disclosure, my company is a franchise providing quality senior care across 36 states. Pete First, Forbes, 16 May 2022 Portland ratcheted up its offensive aggression in the second half, pulling ahead in shots and finding far more quality opportunities at goal. oregonlive, 20 Aug. 2022 And poorer-quality housing in urban areas can be home to asthma triggers, such as mold, cockroaches and mice. Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 20 Aug. 2022 Although a constant supply of quality raw materials and services is needed, businesses are skeptical of the benefits of modern technologies and processes as outlined in the following four myths. Forbes, 25 July 2022 Kelle Sanders developed into a solid JACK last season and looks to be joined on the outside by quality special teamers Nikia Eason Jr. and Kyle Harrell. Evan Dudley, al, 1 Aug. 2022 That’s really quality praise from an NBA head coach, especially for a 21-year-old rookie. Andy Larsen, The Salt Lake Tribune, 22 July 2022 See More
Noun
Dyson is known around the globe for its superior vacuums, and the brand has used to create a top-quality hair dryer, too. Kylee Mcguigan, Popular Mechanics, 17 Sep. 2022 Fitting for Any Holiday Made from high-quality wood and decorated with realistic green plants, this cute welcome sign is great for year-round use. Alyssa Gautieri, Good Housekeeping, 16 Sep. 2022 The Prime Video official Twitch channel (Amazon owns Twitch) had hundreds of thousands of viewers, according to The Ringer, and had a more high-quality stream compared to what some saw on their smart TVs or laptops. Chris Bumbaca, USA TODAY, 16 Sep. 2022 For generations, the U.S. economy was mechanically efficient at allowing more people into high-quality homes. Mene Ukueberuwa, WSJ, 16 Sep. 2022 This freestanding bag by Fitven is a high-quality punching bag at a great value. Yvonne Villasenor, SELF, 15 Sep. 2022 Policies including paid parental leave after childbirth, tax credits for families with young children, and the provision of affordable, high-quality childcare all bolster the pivotal early years of children’s lives and learning. Time, 15 Sep. 2022 In the far-reaches of California’s northern region lies sparsely populated Trinity County, part of the famed Emerald Triangle, a wide expanse of lush forest and mountains renowned for its high-quality weed. Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 The plane, which has yet to be designed, could let soldiers gather high-quality intelligence in a better way than the current crop of small intelligence aircraft allow, DARPA officials said. Pranshu Verma, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2022 Adjective
Our pros note that this table is made with quality wooden materials. Jamie Spain, Good Housekeeping, 13 Sep. 2022 Bronin said combining homeownership with quality rental opportunities represents a model that can be replicated by the city and its partners. Ted Glanzer, Hartford Courant, 12 Sep. 2022 As a disclosure, my company is a franchise providing quality senior care across 36 states. Pete First, Forbes, 16 May 2022 Portland ratcheted up its offensive aggression in the second half, pulling ahead in shots and finding far more quality opportunities at goal. oregonlive, 20 Aug. 2022 And poorer-quality housing in urban areas can be home to asthma triggers, such as mold, cockroaches and mice. Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 20 Aug. 2022 Although a constant supply of quality raw materials and services is needed, businesses are skeptical of the benefits of modern technologies and processes as outlined in the following four myths. Forbes, 25 July 2022 Kelle Sanders developed into a solid JACK last season and looks to be joined on the outside by quality special teamers Nikia Eason Jr. and Kyle Harrell. Evan Dudley, al, 1 Aug. 2022 That’s really quality praise from an NBA head coach, especially for a 21-year-old rookie. Andy Larsen, The Salt Lake Tribune, 22 July 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Noun
Middle English qualite, from Anglo-French qualité, from Latin qualitat-, qualitas, from qualis of what kind; akin to Latin qui who — more at who
First Known Use
Noun
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a
Adjective
1936, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing quality
Kids Definition
quality 1 of 2
noun
qual·i·ty ˈkwä-lə-tē
plural qualities
1
: what sets a person or thing apart : characteristic
We must advertise Wilbur's noble qualities … E. B. White, Charlotte's Web
E. B. White, Charlotte's Web2
: how good or bad something is
The food is of excellent quality.
3
: a high standard : excellence
His skill shows in the quality of his work.
quality
2 of 2adjective
: very good : excellent
quality work
quality chocolate Medical Definition
quality
noun
qual·i·ty ˈkwäl-ət-ē
plural qualities
: a special or distinguishing attribute: as
a
: timbre
b
: the attribute of an elementary sensation that makes it fundamentally unlike any other sensation
c
: the character of an X-ray beam that determines its penetrating power and is dependent upon its wavelength distribution
Legal Definition
quality
noun
qual·i·ty
plural qualities
1
: a special, distinctive, or essential character: as
a
: a character, position, or role assumed
those acts of ownership, which the person called to the succession can only do in quality of heir Louisiana Civil Code
Louisiana Civil Code b
: the character of an estate as determined by the manner in which it is to be held or enjoyed
2
: degree of excellence
made no warranties as to the product's quality
quality 1 of 2
noun
1
as in rate
degree of excellence we expect a high quality of service in such a fancy restaurant Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
- rate
- caliber
- grade
- standard
- stature
- calibre
- class
- status
- hallmark
- criterion
- benchmark
- measure
- position
- place
- footing
- rank
- yardstick
- standing
- touchstone
- mark
- par
2
as in dignity
high position within society a glamorous invitation-only party for all the people of quality in the summer resort Synonyms & Similar Words
- dignity
- rank
- state
- nobility
- highness
- fashion
- standing
- status
- superiority
- class
- primacy
- gentleness
- distinction
- nobleness
- precedence
- gentility
- dominance
- caste
- loftiness
- grandness
- preeminence
- preferment
- station
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- degradation
- debasement
- subordination
- inferiority
- commonness
- baseness
- lowness
- subordinateness
- lowliness
3
as in characteristic
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind unfailing kindness is one of her many fine qualities Synonyms & Similar Words
- characteristic
- feature
- attribute
- trait
- attribution
- criterion
- property
- hallmark
- specific
- diagnostic
- mark
- marker
- affection
- touch
- particularity
- character
- peculiarity
- stamp
- fingerprint
- indication
- symbol
- point
- excellence
- sign
- virtue
- merit
- note
- differentia
- uniqueness
- emblem
- grace
- charm
- badge
- token
- individuality
- eccentricity
- singularity
- idiosyncrasy
- quirk
- oddity
4
as in nobility
the highest class in a society the quality were inordinately proud of their bloodlines Synonyms & Similar Words
- nobility
- aristocracy
- upper class
- gentility
- elite
- gentry
- upper crust
- society
- gentlefolks
- café society
- beau monde
- patriciate
- gentlefolk
- jet set
- beautiful people
- haut monde
- haute monde
- glitterati
- A-list
- carriage trade
- 400
- Four Hundred
- plutocracy
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- (the) public
- (the) people
- proletariat
- peasantry
- proletarians
- middle class
- (the) crowd
- (the) masses
- (the) populace
- working class
- commoners
- peonage
- plebeians
- plebs
- dregs
- rank and file
- bourgeoisie
- trash
- (the) mob
- rabblement
- rabble
- (the) herd
- scum
- riffraff
quality
2 of 2adjective
as in excellent
of the very best kind an antiques dealer who handles nothing but quality pieces Synonyms & Similar Words
- excellent
- great
- superb
- terrific
- stellar
- wonderful
- beautiful
- fantastic
- awesome
- lovely
- fabulous
- prime
- fine
- marvelous
- superior
- exceptional
- hot
- choice
- good
- classic
- superlative
- top
- heavenly
- unsurpassed
- sterling
- divine
- capital
- sensational
- marvellous
- famous
- neat
- splendid
- par excellence
- decent
- cracking
- cool
- slick
- immense
- frontline
- better
- prize
- top-notch
- first-rate
- topflight
- hype
- too much
- topping
- grand
- adequate
- dynamite
- noble
- satisfactory
- high-class
- primo
- banner
- number one
- first-class
- top-shelf
- top-of-the-line
- mean
- dope
- brave
- fab
- supernal
- swell
- crackerjack
- prizewinning
- bumper
- corking
- acceptable
- groovy
- dandy
- premium
- keen
- brag
- peachy
- tip-top
- special
- boffo
- numero uno
- radical
- five-star
- righteous
- down
- boss
- nifty
- gangbusters
- gilt-edge
- phat
- out of this world
- bully
- gangbuster
- gone
- bonny
- traditional
- fantabulous
- wizard
- bang-up
- first-string
- standard
- tolerable
- all right
- blue-chip
- peachy keen
- four-star
- passable
- out-of-sight
- gilt-edged
- blue-ribbon
- classical
- bonnie
- fancy
- A-OK
- A1
- select
- jim-dandy
- No. 1
- superfine
- high-grade
- okay
- high-test
- OK
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- poor
- terrible
- lousy
- substandard
- awful
- pathetic
- atrocious
- inferior
- unsatisfactory
- rotten
- wretched
- bad
- execrable
- vile
- mediocre
- middling
- low-grade
- second-rate
- second-class
Synonym Chooser
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
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
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
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
- self-assurance
- self-assured
- self-assuredly
- self-assuredness
- self-au
- self-authenticating
- self-avowed
- self-aware
- self-awareness
- self-baptizer
- self-belt
- self-belted
- self-belts
- self-betrayal
- self-betrayals
- self-betterment
- self-binder
- self-blimped
- self-blimping
- self-born
- self-bounty
- self-break
- self-buried
- self-canceling
- self-cancelling