superior
Translation
superior, better, senior, boss
Examples
This material is superior to the other one.
This material is superior to the other one.
You should report this to your superior.
You should report this to your superior.
She has a superior attitude.
She has a superior attitude.
Grammar Patterns
((superior)) ((to sb./sth.)) better than (sb./sth.) This model is superior to the previous one.
((one's superior)) a person of higher rank or position You must get approval from your superior.
Similar Words
Synonyms: better, greater, higher; Antonyms: inferior, worse, lower
Etymology
From Latin 'superior', comparative of 'superus' meaning 'that is above', from 'super' (above, over).
Memory Tips
Think of 'super' things or people being 'superior' to others. Your 'superior' at work is in a higher position.