Middling and Superior

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Middling adjective - Of average to below average quality.

Usage example: was disappointed in the renowned historian's latest book, which is only middling

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Superior is an antonym for middling in adequate topic.

Nearby Words: middle, middled

Superior adjective - Of the very best kind.

Usage example: a five-star restaurant known for its superior wine list

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Middling is an antonym for superior.

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