blue-ribbon

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blue-ribbon

The blue-ribbon pie won first prize at the county fair.

Definition

Adjective: - Selected or chosen for special qualifications: Used to describe something or someone that is of the highest quality, standard, or distinction, often because it has been chosen from among the best.

Usage

The adjective "blue-ribbon" is used attributively before a noun to indicate superior quality or elite status. It often describes committees, panels, events, or awards that are prestigious or composed of top experts.

Examples
  • Adjective:
    • The governor appointed a blue-ribbon panel of scientists to study the issue.
    • It was a blue-ribbon event, attended by Nobel laureates and industry leaders.
    • The jury for the competition was a blue-ribbon group of renowned chefs.
Advanced Usage
  • "Blue-ribbon" as a marker of excellence: The term originates from the practice of awarding blue ribbons for first prize in competitions. It is used metaphorically to signify top-tier status in non-competitive contexts as well.
    • The company is known for its blue-ribbon customer service.
  • Used in formal and official contexts: Commonly describes specially convened groups tasked with important investigations or decisions.
    • A blue-ribbon commission was formed to reform the tax code.
Variants and Related Words
  • Blue-ribbon panel/committee/jury (noun phrase): A group of specially selected experts.
    • The findings of the blue-ribbon committee were highly influential.
  • Blue-ribbon event (noun phrase): A premier or top-quality event.
    • The gala is the charity's annual blue-ribbon event.
Synonyms
  • Select: Carefully chosen as the best.
  • Elite: Representing the best or most skilled.
  • Premier: First in importance, order, or position.
  • Top-tier: Of the highest level or quality.
Antonyms
  • Ordinary: With no special or distinctive features; normal.
  • Commonplace: Not unusual; ordinary.
  • Mediocre: Of only moderate quality; not very good.
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • Win the blue ribbon: To achieve first place or highest honors.
    • Her design won the blue ribbon at the state fair.
  • Blue-ribbon standard: A benchmark of exceptional quality.
    • Their manufacturing process meets the blue-ribbon standard for safety.
blue-ribbon

The blue-ribbon pie won first prize at the county fair.

Adjective
  1. selected or chosen for special qualifications
    • the blue-ribbon event of the season

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