秀逸(しゅういつ)

しゅういつ
na-adjective, noun
excellent; outstanding; superb
formalevaluation
1. excellent; outstanding; superb; remarkably good
Describes something that stands out as exceptionally good compared to others, often used for creative works, designs, or ideas.
秀逸(しゅういつ)なデザインだ。
It's an outstanding design.
この作品(さくひん)は秀逸(しゅういつ)な出来(でき)だと思(おも)う。
I think this work is superbly done.
数(かず)ある応募作(おうぼさく)の中(なか)でも、彼(かれ)の小説(しょうせつ)は特(とく)に秀逸(しゅういつ)だった。
Among the many submissions, his novel was particularly outstanding.

Composed of 秀(しゅう) (excel, surpass) + 逸(いつ) (outstanding, deviate). Describes something that rises above the rest in quality. Primarily used for creative or intellectual works rather than physical abilities.

Common collocations

Similar words

  • 優秀(ゆうしゅう): excellent — broader usage, often for people's abilities or academic performance; 秀逸(しゅういつ) typically describes works or outputs
  • 素晴(すば)らしい: wonderful — everyday word of praise; 秀逸(しゅういつ) is more formal and implies standing out from others
  • 傑出(けっしゅつ): outstanding — emphasizes prominence among peers; 秀逸(しゅういつ) emphasizes quality of execution

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Somewhat formal and literary. Commonly used in reviews, critiques, and evaluations of creative works.

Related Words

Compare: 優秀(ゆうしゅう) (excellent)
Compare: 素晴(すば)らしい (wonderful)
Compare: 傑出(けっしゅつ) (outstanding)
Related: 卓越(たくえつ) (excellence)
Compare: 優秀(ゆうしゅう)な (excellent)
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