superior — better in quality, amount, or degree than others
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: better in quality, amount, or degree than others
Pronunciation (IPA): /suːˈpɪriər/
Korean meaning: 더 나은, 우수한, 뛰어난
Korean pronunciation: 수**피**어리어
Example Sentences
- My mom thinks her cooking is superior to Gordon Ramsay's, and honestly, she might be right!
- The new employee was promoted quickly due to his superior work ethic.
- He acts all superior just because he can solve a Rubik's cube in under a minute.
superior
ADJECTIVE//suːˈpɪriər//
better in quality, amount, or degree than others
The superior athlete easily outperforms the others in the race.
"His skill is truly superior, your canned soup is inferior."
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'superior,' the comparative form of 'superus' meaning 'upper' or 'higher,' derived from the prefix 'super-' meaning 'above' or 'over.'
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📝Examples
“My mom thinks her cooking is superior to Gordon Ramsay's, and honestly, she might be right!”
“The new employee was promoted quickly due to his superior work ethic.”
“He acts all superior just because he can solve a Rubik's cube in under a minute.”
“This material is superior in durability and cost-effectiveness.”
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