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superior
01
supérieur, excellent
surpassing others in terms of overall goodness or excellence
Exemples
The superior craftsmanship of the handmade furniture set it apart from mass-produced alternatives.
L'artisanat supérieur des meubles faits à la main les distinguait des alternatives produites en masse.
The superior performance of the athlete secured them a place in the finals.
La performance supérieure de l'athlète lui a valu une place en finale.
02
supérieur
higher in status or rank in comparison with someone or something else
Exemples
As the CEO, she held a superior position in the company hierarchy, overseeing all operations and making strategic decisions.
En tant que PDG, elle occupait une position supérieure dans la hiérarchie de l'entreprise, supervisant toutes les opérations et prenant des décisions stratégiques.
The superior officer in the military commanded respect and obedience from their subordinates.
L'officier supérieur dans l'armée commandait le respect et l'obéissance de ses subordonnés.
03
not influenced by something
Exemples
She maintained a superior attitude to petty arguments.
His reason seemed superior to emotional impulses.
04
positioned above and slightly to the side of another character
Exemples
In the formula, the exponent is written in a superior position.
The footnote number appeared superior to the main text.
05
(of a planet) having an orbit that lies beyond Earth's orbit around the Sun
Exemples
Mars is a superior planet compared to Earth.
The superior planets can be seen at night.
06
having a higher rank or level compared to someone else
Exemples
The superior manager was responsible for several teams.
The superior candidate was promoted quickly.
07
beyond the influence or control of something
Exemples
He considered himself superior to trivial complaints.
Her reasoning was superior to the emotional arguments.
Superior
Exemples
He always followed the orders of his superior without question.
Il a toujours suivi les ordres de son supérieur sans poser de questions.
Her superiors praised her for handling the situation professionally.
Ses supérieurs l'ont félicitée pour avoir géré la situation de manière professionnelle.
02
the leader of a religious group
Exemples
The monastery's superior welcomed the visitors.
He was appointed superior of the abbey.
03
a symbol or character positioned above and slightly to the right of another character
Exemples
The number " 2 " in x² is written as a superior.
Superscripts in chemical formulas are examples of a superior.
04
someone demonstrating dominance in skill or ability
Exemples
In chess, she was the superior, winning the tournament.
The boxer proved a superior over all his opponents.
