Word: Inferior

Pronunciation

/ɪnˈfɪəriər/

Definitions

• Adjective (adj): Lower in rank, quality, or status; less advanced, developed, or capable. For example: “The inferior product couldn’t compete with its superior rivals.”
  • “The economy class seats on this airline are inferior to those in business class.”
• Noun (n): A person or thing that is lower in rank, quality, or status than another. For example: “The company’s new model is considered an inferior to its predecessor.”
  • “In the hierarchy, he viewed his subordinates as inferiors.”

Phrases

• “Be inferior to”: To be of lesser quality or importance compared to something else. Example: “Their technology is vastly inferior to ours.”
• “Feel inferior”: To have a sense of inadequacy or low self-worth due to perceived shortcomings. Example: “She often felt inferior to her colleagues because of her lack of experience.”

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The counterfeit goods were clearly inferior in craftsmanship.”
• Noun: “The management was accused of treating their inferiors disrespectfully.”

Synonyms

• Substandard
• Inferiority
• Second-rate
• Poor-quality
• Unworthy
• Junior
• Less advanced
• Underdeveloped
• Low-grade
• Below par
• Secondary