the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
adj. Excellent in an uncommon degree; very excellent.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
Excellent in an uncommon or superior degree; very excellent.
Word Usage
"Valentius, &c. Tobacco, divine, rare, superexcellent tobacco, which goes far beyond all the panaceas, potable gold, and philosopher's stones, a sovereign remedy to all diseases."