1
a
: of high grade or quality
b
—used as a generalized term of approval
a super cook
2
: very large or powerful
a super atomic bomb
3
: exhibiting the characteristics of its type to an extreme or excessive degree
super secrecy
1
[by shortening]
a
: supernumerary
especially
: a supernumerary actor
b
: superintendent, supervisor
especially
: the superintendent of an apartment building
2
[short for obsolete superhive]
: a removable upper story of a beehive
3
[super entry 1]
: a superfine grade or extra large size
4
[origin unknown]
: a thin loosely woven open-meshed starched cotton fabric used especially for reinforcing books
1
a(1)
: over and above : higher in quantity, quality, or degree than : more than
superhuman
(2)
: in addition : extra
supertax
b(1)
: exceeding or so as to exceed a norm
superheat
(2)
: in or to an extreme or excessive degree or intensity
supersubtle
c
: surpassing all or most others of its kind
superhighway
2
a
: situated or placed above, on, or at the top of
superlunary
specifically
: situated on the dorsal side of
b
: next above or higher
supertonic
3
: having the (specified) ingredient present in a large or unusually large proportion
superphosphate
4
: constituting a more inclusive category than that specified
superfamily
5
: superior in status, title, or position
superpower
Synonyms
Adjective
- astronomical
- astronomic
- Brobdingnagian
- bumper
- colossal
- cosmic
- cosmical
- cyclopean
- elephantine
- enormous
- galactic
- gargantuan
- giant
- gigantesque
- gigantic
- grand
- herculean
- heroic
- heroical
- Himalayan
- huge
- humongous
- humungous
- immense
- jumbo
- king-size
- king-sized
- leviathan
- mammoth
- massive
- mega
- mighty
- monster
- monstrous
- monumental
- mountainous
- oceanic
- pharaonic
- planetary
- prodigious
- super-duper
- supersize
- supersized
- titanic
- tremendous
- vast
- vasty
- walloping
- whacking
- whopping
Adverb
- achingly
- almighty
- archly
- awful
- awfully
- badly
- beastly
- blisteringly
- bone
- colossally
- corking
- cracking
- damn
- damned
- dang
- deadly
- desperately
- eminently
- enormously
- especially
- ever
- exceedingly
- exceeding
- extra
- extremely
- fabulously
- fantastically
- far
- fiercely
- filthy
- frightfully
- full
- greatly
- heavily
- highly
- hugely
- immensely
- incredibly
- intensely
- jolly
- majorly
- mightily
- mighty
- monstrous [chiefly dialect]
- mortally
- most
- much
- particularly
- passing
- rattling
- real
- really
- right
- roaring
- roaringly
- seriously
- severely
- so
- sore
- sorely
- spanking
- specially
- stinking
- such
- supremely
- surpassingly
- terribly
- that
- thumping
- too
- unco
- uncommonly
- vastly
- very
- vitally
- way
- whacking
- wicked
- wildly
Examples of super in a Sentence
Adjective
We had a super time.
“Yes, I'd love to come.” “Super! I'll see you later.”
Adverb
my computer is super slow this morning
Recent Examples on the Web
Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2023
And his mother, my grandmother, was super Catholic.
—Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2023
For starters, grab your shade of this viral super serum skin tint with more than 11,000 reviews and 13 million views on TikTok, or the highlighting powder used by Pamela Anderson.
—Bridget Degnan, Peoplemag, 26 Nov. 2023
But this is still a solid choice for a powerful, super portable machine.
—Eric Ravenscraft, WIRED, 25 Nov. 2023
Each piece is made of hard-anodized nonstick aluminum that’s dishwasher safe and super durable, and they can be used in the oven in temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
This super soft blanket is the perfect travel companion and is made of the highest quality 4-ply Scottish Cashmere for the most comfortable warmth.
—Micaela Arnett, Rolling Stone, 24 Nov. 2023
Reviewers laud the super speedy delivery, the fun unboxing experience, and the high-quality, healthy materials.
—Alex Erdekian, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Nov. 2023
Ron DeSantis: The chief executive of the Florida governor’s super PAC stepped down as internal disputes among DeSantis supporters intensified.
—Nick Corasaniti, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2023
Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 20 Nov. 2023
Plus, the pair got to watch Kendall Jenner–the new-gen super in the family—close the show in sleek suiting and oversized shades.
—Alex Kessler, Glamour, 30 Sep. 2023
She's shown a few times on screen in scenes from the '90s — including while filming the iconic music video, as well as in photoshoots with the featured supers.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2023
Evidently, prior to landing his big break, the War of the Worlds actor, 61, was — in fact — the super in a New York City building in the 1980s.
—Staff Author, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2023
The supers are also currently starring in the Apple TV+ documentary The Super Models, which charts their stratospheric rise in the ’90s, and their indelible impact on the fashion industry and the wider culture.
—Emma Spedding, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2023
Despite making only select appearances on the runway this season, the new-gen super still walked some of the top shows, including Versace, Chanel and Miu Miu.
—Alex Kessler, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2023
Here's just a handful of the biggest bombshell moments from the documentary that will make audiences see these models as not just supers, but superhuman.
—Staff Author, Peoplemag, 22 Sep. 2023
Carlos Cabrera, a doorman next door, said the super would often ride his scooter with his toddler to the park.
—Zachary Small, New York Times, 29 Aug. 2023
Bridget Bowman, NBC News, 28 Nov. 2023
Find it on Amazon This Stone Bath Mat is an Instant Bathroom Upgrade
Indulge in luxury with the Stone Bath Mat, a recent sensation known for its elegant appearance and super absorbent material.
—Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 27 Nov. 2023
Currently 25% off at Nordstrom, these suede Ugg slippers feature genuine shearling lining for a super soft and comfy feel.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 27 Nov. 2023
Rarely on sale, the legendary hair dryer regulates heat to keep hair shiny and healthy, yet still dries it super quickly.
—Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 27 Nov. 2023
Girlfriend Collective Packable Puffer A packable jacket is super helpful for traveling during colder seasons, and this discounted Girlfriend Collective puffer takes up very little space in a carry-on.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2023
And this glam dollhouse is super chic with a cute kitchenette, en suite bathroom, and bedroom.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 24 Nov. 2023
This super soft and breathable piece is perfect for a chic and sophisticated look.
—Kathy Barr, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2023
Their own boundaries may have pulled back, or some people might be super hungry and leaning in.
—Jen Doll, Los Angeles Times, 14 Nov. 2023
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Adjective
This super blendable formula gets the stamp of approval from Navarro.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2023
And his mother, my grandmother, was super Catholic.
—Naomi Fry, The New Yorker, 26 Nov. 2023
For starters, grab your shade of this viral super serum skin tint with more than 11,000 reviews and 13 million views on TikTok, or the highlighting powder used by Pamela Anderson.
—Bridget Degnan, Peoplemag, 26 Nov. 2023
But this is still a solid choice for a powerful, super portable machine.
—Eric Ravenscraft, WIRED, 25 Nov. 2023
Each piece is made of hard-anodized nonstick aluminum that’s dishwasher safe and super durable, and they can be used in the oven in temperatures up to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
—Lauren Taylor, Southern Living, 24 Nov. 2023
This super soft blanket is the perfect travel companion and is made of the highest quality 4-ply Scottish Cashmere for the most comfortable warmth.
—Micaela Arnett, Rolling Stone, 24 Nov. 2023
Reviewers laud the super speedy delivery, the fun unboxing experience, and the high-quality, healthy materials.
—Alex Erdekian, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Nov. 2023
Ron DeSantis: The chief executive of the Florida governor’s super PAC stepped down as internal disputes among DeSantis supporters intensified.
—Nick Corasaniti, New York Times, 24 Nov. 2023
Noun
The Marvels star Iman Vellani isn’t going to waste her time on things outside of her (super) power.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 20 Nov. 2023
Plus, the pair got to watch Kendall Jenner–the new-gen super in the family—close the show in sleek suiting and oversized shades.
—Alex Kessler, Glamour, 30 Sep. 2023
She's shown a few times on screen in scenes from the '90s — including while filming the iconic music video, as well as in photoshoots with the featured supers.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2023
Evidently, prior to landing his big break, the War of the Worlds actor, 61, was — in fact — the super in a New York City building in the 1980s.
—Staff Author, Peoplemag, 19 Oct. 2023
The supers are also currently starring in the Apple TV+ documentary The Super Models, which charts their stratospheric rise in the ’90s, and their indelible impact on the fashion industry and the wider culture.
—Emma Spedding, Vogue, 5 Oct. 2023
Despite making only select appearances on the runway this season, the new-gen super still walked some of the top shows, including Versace, Chanel and Miu Miu.
—Alex Kessler, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2023
Here's just a handful of the biggest bombshell moments from the documentary that will make audiences see these models as not just supers, but superhuman.
—Staff Author, Peoplemag, 22 Sep. 2023
Carlos Cabrera, a doorman next door, said the super would often ride his scooter with his toddler to the park.
—Zachary Small, New York Times, 29 Aug. 2023
Adverb
DeSantis and donors: DeSantis was set to meet with potential donors Monday for the new Fight Right super PAC backing his presidential bid, as his campaign welcomed the group’s support in a memo, The Washington Post reports.
—Bridget Bowman, NBC News, 28 Nov. 2023
Find it on Amazon This Stone Bath Mat is an Instant Bathroom Upgrade
Indulge in luxury with the Stone Bath Mat, a recent sensation known for its elegant appearance and super absorbent material.
—Poppy Morgan, Rolling Stone, 27 Nov. 2023
Currently 25% off at Nordstrom, these suede Ugg slippers feature genuine shearling lining for a super soft and comfy feel.
—Dorian Smith-Garcia, Parents, 27 Nov. 2023
Rarely on sale, the legendary hair dryer regulates heat to keep hair shiny and healthy, yet still dries it super quickly.
—Amy Schulman, Peoplemag, 27 Nov. 2023
Girlfriend Collective Packable Puffer A packable jacket is super helpful for traveling during colder seasons, and this discounted Girlfriend Collective puffer takes up very little space in a carry-on.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2023
And this glam dollhouse is super chic with a cute kitchenette, en suite bathroom, and bedroom.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 24 Nov. 2023
This super soft and breathable piece is perfect for a chic and sophisticated look.
—Kathy Barr, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2023
Their own boundaries may have pulled back, or some people might be super hungry and leaning in.
—Jen Doll, Los Angeles Times, 14 Nov. 2023
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super
1 of 4 adjective
su·per
ˈsü-pər 
1
—used as an overall term of approval
a super cook
2
: very large or powerful
a super atomic bomb
3
: showing the characteristics of its type to an extreme degree
super secrecy
super
2 of 4 noun1
: an actor not listed with the regular cast
2
super
3 of 4 adverb1
: very entry 2 sense 1, extremely
a super fast car
2
: to a degree exceeding the usual or normal
super critical
super-
4 of 4 prefix1
a
: over and above : higher in quantity, quality, or degree than : more than
superfine
superhuman
b
: exceeding or so as to exceed what is usual or normal
supercool
c
: bigger, better, or more important than others of the same kind
superhighway
superstar
2
a
: situated or placed above, on, or at the top of
superimpose
b
: next above or higher
supertonic
Etymology
Prefix
derived from Latin super "over, above"
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