/suːˈpɪəriə/
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Meaning
Better than others, or higher in rank; also the person above you at work.
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Word origin
From Latin superior, meaning higher, from superus, above, from super, over.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- superior
- English cognates
- super, supreme
Examples
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"Superior to" means better than.
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A superior officer is one with a higher rank.
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Here "superiors" is a noun: the people above you at work.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 31, lesson 3: superior, pile, soda and 7 more words.