BLUE RIBBON Synonyms: 172 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of blue-ribbon

as in excellent

of the very best kind your work on this project has been of blue-ribbon quality

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blue ribbon

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noun

as in award

something given in recognition of achievement the Pritzker Prize is widely regarded as the ultimate blue ribbon for architectural achievement

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Recent Examples of blue-ribbon

Adjective

The Stanford professor Keith Humphreys worked on a blue-ribbon commission to reform cannabis laws with Newsom in the 2010s. — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 6 Jan. 2026 Show attendees were eager to see the year’s blue-ribbon horticulture awards for roses, cut-stem flowers, herbaceous perennials and dozens of other plant categories that were displayed in Templars Hall. — Amy Stark Shireman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 May 2026

Noun

The police department is asking residents and businesses along Route 422 and Perkiomen Avenue to turn lights blue, display blue ribbons and wear blue Monday. — Laura Fay, CBS News, 31 May 2026 After his shooting, residents of his block in the Far Northwest Side’s Edison Park neighborhood, an enclave that houses many police officers and city workers, tied blue ribbons to trees. — Caroline Kubzansky, Chicago Tribune, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for blue-ribbon

Recent Examples of Synonyms for blue-ribbon

Adjective

While San Francisco’s bullpen is struggling, Rogers is in the midst of another excellent season after signing a three-year, $37 million deal to join the defending American League champions.

— Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
Guests can borrow, for no charge, one of four Mate e-bikes for spins around the park or beyond, say to Tanimachi nearby for local neighborhood vibes, including charming izakayas, gyoza shops, and excellent, one-woman restaurants such as Tachiaoi.

— Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Definition of excellent

Noun

This Italian American eatery in Inman Park has won quite a few awards for its bar program, including the Michelin Guide’s coveted Exceptional Cocktails Award during 2023’s inaugural ceremony.

— Blair Crosby, AJC.com, 5 July 2026
Messi is the current favorite to win the award with seven goals to lead the race, while Mbappé is one behind at six.

— Dan Santaromita, New York Times, 4 July 2026

Definition of award

Adjective

Conwell played off the ball a lot but showed a nifty handle when given the chance, delivering a terrific pass in transition for a Jahmir Young score and swerving past a defender on a neat move to the basket before missing a shot at the rim.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026
He has been blessed with terrific talent but clearly has melded that talent to win games and keep the clubhouse on the same page.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026

Definition of terrific

Noun

Win prizes playing interactive games, network with artists and entrepreneurs and enjoy signature drinks and bar snacks available for purchase.

— Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 July 2026
When the Allied powers prevailed in World War II, the United States took the ship as a war prize.

— Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 1 July 2026

Definition of prize

Noun

To preserve premium’s higher octane level, refineries add cleaner-burning, higher-octane — and more expensive – ethanol to their blends.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 3 July 2026
Galaxy Play serves more than two million paying users and holds Vietnam’s largest premium library of local films and series, alongside local box office hits and major Hollywood studio releases.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 July 2026

Definition of premium

Adjective

Beat a prime Holloway at 170, though, and the door swings back open to the paydays he's chased since the rematch became official.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
For homeowners near host stadiums, the tournament has turned spare bedrooms and second homes into prime real estate.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 July 2026

Definition of prime

Noun

The honor is part of the 12th annual Sports Humanitarian Awards, which will take place on July 14 in New York City before the ESPYS.

— Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 1 July 2026
The Hall of Fame honors persons who have made outstanding contributions in the arts, sciences or management of television over a lifetime career or via singular achievements.

— Denise Petski, Deadline, 30 June 2026

Definition of honor

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