What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
superiority
Example
The company's products have a clear superiority over their competitors. [superiority: noun]
Example
He always tries to assert his superiority over his colleagues. [superiority: noun]
supremacy
Example
The country's military has established its supremacy over the region. [supremacy: noun]
Example
She believes in the supremacy of her political party over all others. [supremacy: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Superiority is more commonly used in everyday language, while supremacy is often used in formal or academic contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between superiority and supremacy?
Supremacy is generally considered more formal than superiority, as it is often used in legal, political, or historical contexts.
