What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
great
Example
The concert was great, I had an amazing time. [great: adjective]
Example
I have a great deal of respect for my teacher. [great: noun]
Example
He is a great musician, he can play multiple instruments. [great: adjective]
superb
Example
The food at the restaurant was superb, I highly recommend it. [superb: adjective]
Example
She looked absolutely superb in her new dress. [superb: adjective]
Example
The team's performance was superb, they played flawlessly. [superb: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Great is a more common word than superb in everyday language and is used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between great and superb?
Superb is generally considered more formal than great and may be more appropriate in formal writing or speech.
