superior

[suːˈpɪəriər]

superior Definition

  • 1higher in rank, status, or quality than others of its kind
  • 2showing a feeling of being better or higher in status than others

Using superior: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "superior" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The company's superior technology gave it an edge over its competitors.

  • Example

    She has a superior attitude towards her coworkers.

  • Example

    The superior officer gave orders to the troops.

  • Example

    This wine is of superior quality.

superior Synonyms and Antonyms

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Idioms Using superior

  • better or greater than something else

    Example

    Her skills are superior to those of her colleagues.

  • speak to someone as if they are inferior or less intelligent

    Example

    He always talks down to his subordinates, showing his superior attitude.

  • use one's superior position to gain an advantage or get what one wants

    Example

    He tried to pull rank on me, but I stood my ground.

Phrases with superior

  • an attitude of superiority that conceals actual feelings of inferiority and failure

    Example

    His constant bragging about his achievements is a sign of his superiority complex.

  • superior court

    a court of general jurisdiction that hears cases involving serious crimes and civil disputes

    Example

    The case was heard in superior court because it involved a serious crime.

  • superiority of numbers

    the advantage gained by having more people or resources than the opposing side

    Example

    The superiority of numbers allowed the army to overwhelm the enemy.

Origins of superior

from Latin 'superior', meaning 'higher'

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Summary: superior in Brief

The term 'superior' [suːˈpɪəriər] refers to something that is higher in rank, status, or quality than others of its kind. It can also describe a feeling of being better or higher in status than others, as in 'She has a superior attitude towards her coworkers.' 'Superior' extends into phrases like 'superior court,' and idioms like 'pull rank,' denoting the use of one's superior position to gain an advantage.

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