Substandard and Superb

Opposite meaning words

Substandard adjective - Falling short of a standard.

Usage example: a teacher who rejects substandard work without hesitation

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Superb is an antonym for substandard.

Superb adjective - Of the very best kind.

Usage example: the restaurant's baker makes a superb chocolate cake

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Substandard is an antonym for superb.

Nearby Word: superbly

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