C1adjective 2K

Superior

🇬🇧 UK /["/suːˈpɪəriə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/suːˈpɪriər/"]/

Meaning of Superior

better in quality than somebody/something else; greater than somebody/something else

In simple words: Better than others in quality or status.

Superior in a sentence

• She has a superior knowledge of the subject compared to her classmates.
• The hotel's superior rooms offer better views and more amenities.
• His superior attitude made him unpopular among his peers.
• The general reported to his superior officer before making any decisions.
• Her superior work ethic is the reason for her rapid promotion.
• This product is superior in quality to anything else on the market.
• The town is located on a hill, giving it a superior position overlooking the valley.
• Employees must report any issues to their superior immediately.

How to use Superior

Use 'superior' when comparing quality or rank, especially in a formal context. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words might be more appropriate.

Grammar pattern

superior + to/over + object

Memory hint

Think of a 'super hero' being better than others.

Related words

Collocations with Superior

• be
• look
• prove (yourself)
• clearly
• distinctly
• far
• in
• to
• be
• look
• prove (yourself)
• clearly
• distinctly
• far
• in
• to

Synonyms for Superior

• arrogant

Opposites of Superior

• inferior
• substandard
• lesser

Common mistakes with Superior

• Confused with 'superiority' which is a noun.
• Incorrectly used as a noun instead of an adjective.
• Used without comparison when it should be.

Frequently asked questions about Superior

What does Superior mean?

Better than others in quality or status.

What is the definition of Superior?

better in quality than somebody/something else; greater than somebody/something else

How do you use Superior in a sentence?

She has a superior knowledge of the subject compared to her classmates.

Can you give another example of Superior?

The hotel's superior rooms offer better views and more amenities.

What are synonyms for Superior?

Common alternatives include arrogant.

What is the opposite of Superior?

Opposite meanings include inferior, substandard, lesser.

What words go with Superior?

It commonly pairs with be, look, prove (yourself), clearly, distinctly, far, in, to, be, look, prove (yourself), clearly, distinctly, far, in, to.

What are common mistakes when using Superior?

Confused with 'superiority' which is a noun. Incorrectly used as a noun instead of an adjective. Used without comparison when it should be.

How do you pronounce Superior?

US: /["/suːˈpɪriər/"]/, UK: /["/suːˈpɪəriə(r)/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Superior?

Use 'superior' when comparing quality or rank, especially in a formal context. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words might be more appropriate.

What CEFR level is Superior?

"Superior" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.