Superiority: meaning, definitions and examples
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superiority
[ s(j)uːˌpɪəˈrɪɒrɪti ]
in competition
The quality or state of being higher in rank, importance, or quality than others.
Synonyms
dominance, preeminence, supremacy
Examples of usage
- Her superiority in the field of science is widely recognized.
- The team's superiority over their rivals was evident in the final match.
attitude
An attitude of considering oneself to be better than others.
Synonyms
arrogance, haughtiness, snobbishness
Examples of usage
- His superiority complex often alienates his colleagues.
- She always speaks with a tone of superiority.
Translations
Translations of the word "superiority" in other languages:
🇵🇹 superioridade
🇮🇳 श्रेष्ठता
🇩🇪 Überlegenheit
🇮🇩 keunggulan
🇺🇦 перевага
🇵🇱 przewaga
🇯🇵 優越
🇫🇷 supériorité
🇪🇸 superioridad
🇹🇷 üstünlük
🇰🇷 우월
🇸🇦 تفوق
🇨🇿 převaha
🇸🇰 prevaha
🇨🇳 优越
🇸🇮 premoč
🇮🇸 yfirburðir
🇰🇿 үстемдік
🇬🇪 უპირატესობა
🇦🇿 üstünlük
🇲🇽 superioridad
Word origin
The word 'superiority' originated from the Latin word 'superioritas', which is derived from 'superior', meaning 'higher'. The concept of superiority has been prevalent in human societies throughout history, often leading to conflicts and power struggles. The idea of superiority can be seen in various aspects of life, such as competition, social status, and personal beliefs.
See also: superiorly.