tiptop
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈtɪp.tɒp/
KK: /ˈtɪpˌtɑp/
adjective
Definition
Of the highest quality or standard; excellent.
Example
The restaurant is known for its tiptop service and delicious food.
Conversation
How are you feeling today?
I'm feeling tiptop, thanks for asking!
That's great to hear! Did you do something special?
Yeah, I went for a nice run, and it really boosted my mood.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
superb
prime
topnotch
Antonyms
poor
inferior
subpar
adverb
Definition
In a very good or excellent manner.
Example
She performed tiptop in the competition, impressing everyone with her skills.
Conversation
How did your presentation go yesterday?
It went tiptop, thanks for asking!
I knew you would do well; you always prepare so thoroughly.
noun
Definition
The best or highest quality of something; the peak or top level.
Example
The restaurant is known for its tiptop service and delicious food.
Conversation
I just finished the project, and I think it’s in tiptop shape!
That's awesome! It must feel great to have it done.
Yeah, I really pushed myself to get it perfect, aiming for tiptop quality.
Root Explanation
Tiptop is a reduplication of the word 'tip' (from Middle English 'tippe', meaning the end or point of something) and 'top' (from Old English 'top', meaning the highest part). The word 'tiptop' means the very best or highest quality, combining the ideas of being at the end or peak.
Memory Tip
Think of 'tip' as the end or point and 'top' as the highest part — together, they help you remember that 'tiptop' means the very best or highest quality.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.