Synonyms for
Superior
Definition
Higher in rank, quality, or importance
Synonyms & similar words
superscript
higherranking
superordinate
victor
subscript
ranking
inferior
lakesuperior
master
superior
higherup
better
higher
greater
supreme
finer
top-notch
first-class
excellent
outstanding
distinguished
eminent
preeminent
superlative
matchless
unrivaled
peerless
unequalled
incomparable
premium
elite
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- superior quality
- superior officer
- superior court
- superior strength
- superior intellect
- superior performance
- feel superior
Word family
noun superiority
adjective superior
Usage note
Often used to denote rank or quality. Be mindful of the potential for sounding arrogant when using it to describe oneself or one's possessions.
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Example sentences
- The superior officer gave orders to the soldiers.
- This restaurant has superior food compared to the other ones.
- The superior team won the championship.
- She always produces superior work.
- The superior product is more expensive but worth it.
Quotes
The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions. - Confucius
To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
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