What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
superior
Example
The quality of the product is superior to its competitors. [superior: adjective]
Example
She was promoted to a superior position in the company. [superior: noun]
Example
The superior floor offers a better view of the city skyline. [superior: adjective]
greater
Example
The company achieved greater success this year than last year. [greater: adjective]
Example
He has a greater number of followers on social media. [greater: adjective]
Example
The storm caused greater damage than expected. [greater: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Greater is more commonly used than superior in everyday language. Greater is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while superior is less common and often used in professional or academic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between superior and greater?
Superior is more formal than greater and is often used in professional or academic contexts. Greater is more commonly used in everyday language and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
