Ace
As a Noun
- A playing card with a single symbol, often the highest or lowest value in a deck.
- A person who excels in a particular activity or field.
- A perfect serve in tennis that the opponent cannot return.
- A fighter pilot who has shot down multiple enemy aircraft.
As a Verb
- To perform exceptionally well in a test or competition.
- To serve a ball (in tennis or similar sports) in a way that the opponent cannot return it.
As an Adjective
- Excellent or outstanding in quality.
As Other Form
- Acing (Verb – Present Participle): Performing exceptionally well.
Word History
The word ace comes from the Old French as, meaning “a unit” or “one at dice,” which originated from Latin as (a unit of currency). Over time, it evolved to represent excellence and mastery, especially in games and competitive fields.
Examples
- He pulled an ace of spades from the deck.
- She is an ace at solving complex problems.
- He aced his final exam with a perfect score.
- The pilot became a flying ace during the war.
Synonyms
Expert, champion, master, winner, star
Related Words
Pro, skilled, outstanding, top-notch
Antonyms
Novice, amateur, beginner, mediocre
