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superior
01
surpassing others in terms of overall goodness or excellence
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most superior
Comparative
more superior
gradable
Examples
The superior craftsmanship of the handmade furniture set it apart from mass-produced alternatives.
Examples
As the CEO, she held a superior position in the company hierarchy, overseeing all operations and making strategic decisions.
03
not influenced by something
Examples
She maintained a superior attitude to petty arguments.
04
positioned above and slightly to the side of another character
Examples
In the formula, the exponent is written in a superior position.
05
(of a planet) having an orbit that lies beyond Earth's orbit around the Sun
Examples
Mars is a superior planet compared to Earth.
06
having a higher rank or level compared to someone else
Examples
The superior manager was responsible for several teams.
07
beyond the influence or control of something
Examples
He considered himself superior to trivial complaints.
Superior
01
a person of higher rank or authority
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Human
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
superiors
Examples
He always followed the orders of his superior without question.
02
the leader of a religious group
Examples
The monastery's superior welcomed the visitors.
03
a symbol or character positioned above and slightly to the right of another character
Examples
The number "2" in x² is written as a superior.
04
someone demonstrating dominance in skill or ability
Examples
In chess, she was the superior, winning the tournament.
