Synonyms for

Superiors

Verb / su:ˈpɪri:ɜ:z / Another word for superiors — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Superiors means people who are in a higher position of power or authority than someone else. They have more responsibility and make important decisions.

Synonyms & similar words

higherup subscript superior superordinate lakesuperior master inferior superscript victor bosses managers leaders chiefs directors executives supervisors overseers controllers administrators authorities governors commanders captains rulers monarchs sovereigns presidents chancellors

Synonyms by register

Formal

supervisors managers executives commanders

Informal

bosses chiefs heads the top brass

Literary

overlords masters patrons

Antonyms

subordinates inferiors juniors underlings dependents lieutenants

Common collocations

  • his superiors
  • her superiors
  • their superiors
  • report to superiors
  • appeal to superiors
  • disobey superiors
  • respect superiors
  • authority of superiors

Word family

noun superiority
adjective superior

Usage note

Often used in a hierarchical context, such as in a workplace or military. 'Superior' can also be used as an adjective meaning 'higher in rank or quality'.

Example sentences

  1. My superiors at work were very impressed with the project I completed.
  2. The military has a strict chain of command with clear superiors and subordinates.
  3. The restaurant manager had to report to her superiors about the sales and profits.
  4. The CEO was the highest superior in the company and made all the major decisions.
  5. The police officer reported to his superiors about the progress of the investigation.

Quotes

  • Great leaders are willing to sacrifice their own personal interests for the good of the superiors they serve.
  • The test of leadership is not to put greatness into humanity, but to elicit it, for the greatness is already there in the superiors.
  • The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one that gets the people to do the greatest things for their superiors.

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