Par excellence
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Pro Tip 1/3Supreme Exemplar
Use 'par excellence' to describe someone as the ultimate model in their field or category. 
The Michelin-star chef is a gastronome par excellence.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Connotation
'Par excellence' has a French origin, adding a sense of elegance or sophistication when used in English. 
The design she presented was chic par excellence.
Pro Tip 3/3Enhanced Praise
When praising someone, 'par excellence' highlights their abilities as unrivalled. 
He is the pianist par excellence of our generation.