Excellency Meaning

/ˈɛk.sə.lən.si/
C1

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Definition

nounSynonym of excellence; the quality of being excellent.

nounA form of address for certain high officials or dignitaries.

Sentence Examples

As you ordered, Your Excellency.
We don't know, Your Excellency. They probably drowned.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:
excellence
Antonyms:
None
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ambassador was addressed as your ____ by the staff.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ambassador was addressed as 'Your ____' during the formal state dinner.

Word Origin & History

From Middle English excellencie, from Latin excellentia.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
The ambassador was addressed as your ____ by the staff.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ambassador was addressed as 'Your ____' during the formal state dinner.

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