superior

Definition

  • noun: a person of higher rank or status than another
  • noun: one who is above another in rank, station, or office
  • adjective: of high quality
  • adjective: situated higher up
  • often + 'to'
  • synonyms: higher, upper, posterior

Examples

  • You should report any problems to your 'immediate superior'.

  • The new model is (vastly/far) 'superior to' the old one.

  • He only helps us because it makes him feel 'superior'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) ...which gives her a somewhat prickly demeanor... ...and ironically enough, makes it less likely for her to be accepted... ...and promoted by her male superiors... ...who mistake her insecurities for arrogance. Now, I'd have normally gone with only child... ...but, you see, by the way you ignored (..)
    2006 Casino Royale