superior
01
優れた, 卓越した
surpassing others in terms of overall goodness or excellence
例
The superior craftsmanship of the handmade furniture set it apart from mass-produced alternatives.
手作りの家具の優れた職人技が、大量生産の選択肢とは一線を画していた。
The superior performance of the athlete secured them a place in the finals.
その選手の優れたパフォーマンスが決勝への出場を決めた。
02
優れた, 上位の
higher in status or rank in comparison with someone or something else
例
As the CEO, she held a superior position in the company hierarchy, overseeing all operations and making strategic decisions.
CEOとして、彼女は会社の階層で上位の地位にあり、すべての業務を監督し、戦略的な決定を行いました。
The superior officer in the military commanded respect and obedience from their subordinates.
軍隊の上級将校は、部下から尊敬と服従を命じました。
03
not influenced by something
例
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
例
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
例
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
例
The superior manager was responsible for several teams.
The superior candidate was promoted quickly.
07
beyond the influence or control of something
例
He considered himself superior to trivial complaints.
Her reasoning was superior to the emotional arguments.
Superior
例
He always followed the orders of his superior without question.
彼はいつも上司の命令に疑問を抱かずに従った。
Her superiors praised her for handling the situation professionally.
彼女の上司は、状況をプロフェッショナルに処理したことを称賛しました。
02
the leader of a religious group
例
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
例
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
例
In chess, she was the superior, winning the tournament.
The boxer proved a superior over all his opponents.
