palmary
Definition
Adjective: - Worthy of the palm; pre-eminent; superior; deserving the highest praise or reward. This word describes something that is so excellent or outstanding that it merits being awarded the palm branch, a traditional symbol of victory or distinction.
Usage Examples
- (Her performance was outstanding and worthy of the highest praise.)
- (The award was given for work that was superior and deserving of the top honor.)
- (His qualifications were the most excellent and pre-eminent.)
Advanced Usage
"palmary achievement": an accomplishment that is considered the best or most notable.
- Winning the Nobel Prize was a palmary achievement in her career. (It was the highest point of her professional success.)
"palmary success": a success that is outstanding and deserving of the highest recognition.
- The company’s palmary success in the market was due to its innovative products. (The success was superior and noteworthy.)
Variants and Related Words
Palmar (adj): relating to the palm of the hand (a different word; not directly related in meaning).
- The palmar surface of the hand is sensitive to touch. (The palm side of the hand.)
Palm (n): a tree of the family Arecaceae; also a symbol of victory or triumph.
- The palm branch was given to the victor in ancient games. (A symbol of victory.)
Synonyms
- Pre-eminent: superior to all others; outstanding.
- Distinguished: recognized for excellence or achievement.
- Superlative: of the highest quality or degree.
Related Idioms
Bear the palm: to be the winner; to be considered the best.
- She bore the palm in the debate competition. (She won and was recognized as the best.)
Yield the palm: to admit defeat or concede superiority to another.
- After the match, he yielded the palm to his opponent. (He acknowledged the other’s superiority.)