superior
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/suːˈpɪriər/
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/suːˈpɪəriə(r)/
adjective
C1
better than others
Their superior equipment helped them win the competition.
C1
higher in rank or position
She has a superior role in the company.
R
acting like you are better than others
His superior attitude makes people dislike him.
R
very good quality
This hotel provides superior service to its guests.
noun
R
someone with higher rank
He must report to his superior about the project.
R
head of a religious group
The Mother Superior leads the nuns in the convent.
translation
better than others; higher in rank or position; acting like you are better than others; very good quality
someone with higher rank; head of a religious group
Word Forms
Plural
superiors