Pronunciation

/suːˈpɪriər/

Definitions

Noun

1. Superiority: The quality or state of being better or more advanced than others in a particular field or comparison. Example: “Their architectural design holds a certain aesthetic superiority.”
2. Superior: A person or thing that is considered to be of higher rank, quality, or ability. Example: “The team’s captain is often seen as the superior leader.”

Adjective

1. Rank above others in terms of quality, skill, or importance. Example: “The superior officer gave orders to the troops.”
2. Higher in degree or standard. Example: “A superior performance on the exam.”
3. Excellent or outstanding. Example: “Her cooking skills are truly superior.”

Adverb

1. In a superior manner or to a greater extent. Example: “He solved the problem in a superior way.”

Phrases

• “Hold your own against the superior opponent”
• “Be superior to something else”
• “Acting in a superior manner”
• “The superior mind”
• “The superior intellect”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The architect’s design was praised for its architectural superiority.”
• Adjective: “The new employee showed a superior work ethic compared to her colleagues.”
• Adverb: “She managed to complete the task with superior efficiency.”

Synonyms

• Better
• Exceptional
• Exemplary
• Peerless
• Outstanding
• High-ranking
• Elite
• First-rate
• Supreme