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- pronunciation:
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- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective, noun)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
having a higher position, degree, or rank.
In the navy, an admiral is superior to a captain.- synonyms:
- senior
- antonyms:
- inferior, junior, subordinate
- similar words:
- best, chief, principal, top
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| definition 2: |
much better than others in quality; excellent.
His work was superior because it was neat, correct, and complete.- synonyms:
- better, choice, excellent, exceptional, outstanding
- antonyms:
- average, inferior, poor, shabby
- similar words:
- ace, admirable, banner, capital, fine, first-rate, great, lofty, notable, quality, select, sterling, striking, superlative, tremendous
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| definition 3: |
showing a sense of being better than others.
She acted superior to her friends because her family was rich.- synonyms:
- haughty
- antonyms:
- humble, modest
- similar words:
- lofty
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| related words: |
choice, fancy, fantastic, good, out of this world, prime, splendid, superb, supreme, terrific |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a person who has a higher position or rank than others.
The soldiers received their orders from their superior.- synonyms:
- senior
- antonyms:
- subordinate
- similar words:
- top
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| definition 2: |
a person who is better than others in skill, talent, or in some other way.
She is his superior in basketball. |
| related words: |
lord, principal |
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