Learn how to use the comparative “superber” and superlative “superbest” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “superb”?

The comparative form of “superb” is “superber”.

Example

The new restaurant is superber than the old one.

Example

She performed superber in her second concert.

What is the superlative form of “superb”?

The superlative form of “superb” is “superbest”.

Example

Among all the hotels, this one is the superbest.

Example

Her performance in the final show was the superbest.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

'Most' and 'more' are generally not used with superb, superber, and superbest. They’re considered regular comparatives and superlatives. The forms 'more superb' and 'most superb' are not used because they sound awkward. Instead, superber and superbest are the correct and preferred forms to use.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

Superb does not have an irregular comparative or superlative form. It follows the standard pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives. So, to summarize: Comparative: Superb → Superber Superlative: Superb → Superbest

Expressions with similar meanings to “superber”

better

Used to describe something that is of higher quality or more excellent

Example

The better option is to take the highway instead of the back roads.

finer

Similar to superber, this emphasizes a higher level of quality or excellence

Example

The finer details of the painting can only be appreciated up close.

more excellent

A slightly formal way of expressing increased excellence or superiority

Example

The new version of the software offers more excellent features and functionality.

Expressions with similar meanings to “superbest”

best

Used to describe the highest level of quality or excellence

Example

The best option is to go with the premium package for additional benefits.

finest

Similar to superbest, this emphasizes the highest level of quality or excellence

Example

The finest wines are carefully selected from vineyards around the world.

most excellent

A slightly formal way of expressing the highest level of excellence or superiority

Example

The most excellent candidate was chosen for the leadership position.

Using than with comparative “superber”

When using the comparative form superber to compare two things, you would use than to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new car is superber than the old one." Here, than is used to show that the quality of the new car is higher than the quality of the old car.

How can I use this expression in context?

“superber” and “superbest” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Restaurants

  The new restaurant has superber food than the old one.

  The new restaurant has superber food than the old one.

• 2. Performances

  Her second concert was superber than her first one.

  Her second concert was superber than her first one.

• 3. Products

  The new smartphone offers superber features compared to the previous model.

  The new smartphone offers superber features compared to the previous model.

• 4. Achievements

  Her performance in the final show was her superbest accomplishment.

  Her performance in the final show was her superbest accomplishment.

• 5. Options

  Among all the choices, this one is the superbest.

  Among all the choices, this one is the superbest.

Related idioms and phrases

Second to none

Describing something or someone that is the best or superior to all others.

Example

Her skills are second to none in the industry.

Cream of the crop

Referring to the best or highest quality of something or someone.

Example

The top students were selected as the cream of the crop for the scholarship program.

Top-notch

Describing something of the highest quality or excellence.

Example

The hotel offers top-notch service and amenities.