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unequalled(adjective, excellent, superior, exquisite, supreme)
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celebrated
10
renowned(adjective, outstanding, distinguished, meritable, noted)
9
best(adjective, excellent, outstanding, unparalleled, peerless)
9
predominant
8
consummate(adjective, predominant)
8
famous
8
matchless
8
noted(adjective, renowned, esteemed, meritable, highpowered)
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noteworthy
6
cardinal
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dignified
6
honoured
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respected
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unrivalled(adjective, excellent, superior, exquisite, supreme)
6
well-known(adjective, famous, renowned, meritable, noted)
5
above
5
elevated
5
elite(adjective, group, noble, best, aristocratic)
5
exceptional(adjective, great, heavy)
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