What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
excellent
Example
The food at this restaurant is excellent. [excellent: adjective]
Example
She did an excellent job on her presentation. [excellent: adjective]
Example
We had an excellent time at the concert. [excellent: adjective]
terrific
Example
That was a terrific movie! [terrific: adjective]
Example
I'm having a terrific time on my vacation. [terrific: adjective]
Example
He did a terrific job on the project. [terrific: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Excellent is more commonly used than terrific in formal contexts, while terrific is more commonly used in informal contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between excellent and terrific?
Excellent is generally considered more formal than terrific, which is often used in casual conversation or informal writing.
