Cool MateSuper
UK /["/ˈsuːpə(r)/"]/US /["/ˈsuːpər/"]/
Definition
extremely good
In simple words: Very or extremely good.
Examples
- a super meal
- We had a super time in Italy.
- ‘The pilot did a super job,’ a passenger said afterwards.
- She was super *(= very kind)* when I was having problems.
Usage notes
Used in casual conversations to emphasize something positively. Not suitable for formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone modifier
Memory hint
Think of a superhero — they're super powerful!
Collocations
- super cute
- super fast
- super easy
- super fun
Synonyms
- excellent
- fantastic
- awesome
- great
- terrific
Antonyms
- poor
- bad
- inferior
Common mistakes
- Using 'super' in formal contexts where a more serious word is needed.
- Confusing 'super' with 'supper' due to their similar spelling.
- Incorrectly using 'super' as a noun.