superiority

noun

su·​pe·​ri·​or·​i·​ty su̇-ˌpir-ē-ˈȯr-ə-tē 

ˌsü-, 

-ˈär-

plural superiorities

: the quality or state of being superior

also : a superior characteristic

Synonyms of superiority

• arrogance

Examples of superiority in a Sentence

His success has given him a false sense of superiority.

the superiority of some of the customers at the exclusive beauty salon is enough to curl your hair

Recent Examples on the Web

Khrushchev’s victory ensured the superiority of party leaders relative to other figures in the state, cementing his own power and giving him control of the regime. — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026

Although these submarines represent some of the fastest ever constructed, modern naval warfare has shown that speed alone does not guarantee superiority. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026

Episkopos noted that Kyiv has increasingly used unconventional tactics to offset Russia's superiority in conventional manpower and firepower. — Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026

There’s another comparison between Homer and the Bible that demonstrates parallels between Jesus and Odysseus while asserting Jesus’ superiority,MacDonald says. — John Blake, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing superiority

• air of superiority
• air superiority
• superiority complex

Rhymes for superiority

• authority
• majority
• minority
• priority
• seniority
• sonority
• sorority
• exteriority
• inferiority

Kids Definition

superiority

noun

su·​pe·​ri·​or·​i·​ty su̇-ˌpir-ē-ˈȯr-ət-ē 

-ˈär-

plural superiorities

: the state or fact of being superior