Belter
What it means
An outstanding song, performance, person, or thing that inspires enthusiastic approval.
Reach for it when giving strong informal praise in British and Irish usage
The choir saved a belter for the final encore.
Words to choose between 6
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playful
banger
Fits when an energetic song deserves current slang praise
Careful Banger is generation-specific and unsuitable for dignified criticism.
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playful
Fits when striking impact is the source of admiration
Careful Knockout can focus on a person's looks and may sound objectifying.
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everyday
Fits when broad popularity or immediate success is established
Careful Hit focuses reception rather than intrinsic excellence.
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warm
Fits when a performance wins exceptional audience attention
Careful Showstopper is theatrical and awkward for an object or ordinary achievement.
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professional
Fits when one item clearly excels within a group
Careful Standout is comparative and may not imply exuberant enjoyment.
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formal
Fits when achievement and success merit elevated recognition
Careful Triumph is too grand for one catchy song or attractive object.
Opposites 3
- dud
- flop
- letdown
Common phrases 3
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absolute belter
The brass section delivered an absolute belter after the interval.
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real belter
Her winning goal was a real belter from outside the area.
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belter of a song
The record opens with a belter of a song built for live crowds.
Usage notes
Keep in mind
The positive noun sense of belter is informal and chiefly British or Irish. Other senses are unrelated.
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