cut above
Clearly a notch higher
A cut above means noticeably superior to others in a group or category: Her writing is a cut above the usual submissions.
The phrase implies a clear distinction in quality, as if ranked by vertical position.
Often used with "the rest": This restaurant is a cut above the rest.
Superior select group
- top-tierOf highest quality
- premierFirst in importance
- first-rateOf superior quality
- superiorHigher in rank
exceptional · outstanding · excellent · preeminent · unrivaled · peerless · unmatched · supreme
Notable and respected
- noteworthyMeriting special attention
- remarkableWorthy of attention
- notableWorthy of attention
- prominentEasily noticed or distinguished
eminent · prestigious · esteemed · renowned · reputable · celebrated · acclaimed · illustrious
Added cost for better
- high-endPremium quality tier
- luxuryExpensive nonessential comfort
- deluxeSuperior in quality
- refinedPurified or cultured
polished · sophisticated · elegant · exquisite · fine · superior · upscale · gourmet
Complete skill or control
- expertiseSkill from extensive practice
- proficiencySkilled performance level
- craftsmanshipSkill in making objects
- artistryExceptional creative skill
virtuosity · finesse · precision · adeptness · prowess · talent · skillfulness · dexterity
elite
Superior select group
- top-tierOf highest quality
- premierFirst in importance
- first-rateOf superior quality
superior · exceptional · outstanding · excellent · preeminent · unrivaled · peerless · unmatched · supreme · best
distinguished
Notable and respected
- noteworthyMeriting special attention
- remarkableWorthy of attention
- notableWorthy of attention
prominent · eminent · prestigious · esteemed · renowned · reputable · celebrated · acclaimed · illustrious · honorable
premium
Added cost for better
refined · polished · sophisticated · elegant · exquisite · fine · superior · upscale · gourmet · artisanal
mastery
Complete skill or control
- expertiseSkill from extensive practice
- proficiencySkilled performance level
- craftsmanshipSkill in making objects
artistry · virtuosity · finesse · precision · adeptness · prowess · talent · skillfulness · dexterity · competence
- Excellence Termscream of the crop, top notch, gold standard, crème de la crème, best of the best
- ratingsA rating, rating, one star, five stars, rating scale