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as in arrogant
having a feeling of superiority that shows itself in an overbearing attitude
that superior sportscaster lets it be known that he thinks all foreign baseball teams are second-rate
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as in proud
having or displaying feelings of scorn for what is regarded as beneath oneself
the superior attitude of the store owner's son drove the other employees crazy
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as in excellent
of the very best kind
a five-star restaurant known for its superior wine list
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as in outstanding
standing above others in rank, importance, or achievement
a university known for attracting superior scientists and mathematicians
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Recent Examples of superior
Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2025
As for the basics of a great TV setup — each of these TVs promise superior picture quality.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 24 July 2025
And when Deschanel was once 30 minutes late to work because of an accident on her commute, series creator Hart Hanson was forced to deliver a harsh message from his superiors.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 12 July 2025
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Adjective
Deckers exhibits superior growth rates and a lower P/E multiple than Nike, without the latter’s turnaround uncertainties.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2025
As for the basics of a great TV setup — each of these TVs promise superior picture quality.
—Chris Branch, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2025
Noun
Tsui has three major tips for young staffers to stay in line with company dress codes and avoid getting sacked for their outfit:
Take inspiration from your superiors: Take a look around the office or check how older coworkers are showing up in Zoom calls.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 24 July 2025
And when Deschanel was once 30 minutes late to work because of an accident on her commute, series creator Hart Hanson was forced to deliver a harsh message from his superiors.
—Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for superior
Adjective
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Depicting Americans as arrogant, loud, boorish and demeaning of other cultures, the term has stuck and is still mentioned 60-plus years later.—
Jenny Peters,
Oc Register,
4 Aug. 2025
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The most radical overhaul of the tax code in our state’s history would require voter approval in November 2026, and that starts by portraying local governments as cartoonishly arrogant, bloated and unaccountable.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 July 2025
Adjective
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The judge relented in the face of his daughter’s determination, perhaps more than a little proud of her patriotic pluck.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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One of my proudest accomplishments has been collaborating with higher education institutions, nonprofit organizations and global employers to design talent creation initiatives that not only fill jobs but also build careers.—
Jay Garcia,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Gang Green began the night with excellent field position, but it was wasted away after gaining just one first down.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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From there, Young tossed an accurate ball to Sanders for a would-be first down and it was dropped by the second-year tight end, who has put together an otherwise excellent camp.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Aug. 2025
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Derek the outstanding chef, food and beverage supervisor and overall leader of the charge, came from Tao.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Burnley had an outstanding defensive record last season, but facing Dominic Solanke, Mohammed Kudus, etc, represents a step up in class for Scott Parker’s team.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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On Monday morning, league bosses Roger Goodell, Adam Silver, Rob Manfred, and Gary Bettman were asked to participate in a briefing on matters related to the sports broadcasting market, including those having to do with blackout exemptions.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The previous proposal, which involved a game between Barça and fellow Catalan club Girona, was then shelved by the LaLiga boss.—
Patrick Sung,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Here is what to keep an eye out for as the Premier League makes its return. Champions at a canter last time out, Liverpool have embarked on the kind of spending spree the most dominant teams in the Premier League seldom indulge in.—
Dan Cancian,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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Overall, the Steelers defense has often been dominant against the first-team offense in camp.—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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In the video, the cavalier King Charles left people in stitches with her dramatic howls.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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In 2021, Yesha Yadav, of Vanderbilt Law School, identified structural fragilities in the market, caused by simple cavalier inattention: Why bother scrutinizing the safest thing out there?—
Mary Childs,
Harpers Magazine,
16 July 2025
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Scrupulous and enterprising reporting rarely combine with such superb storytelling.—
Book Marks
August 8,
Literary Hub,
8 Aug. 2025
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The Ghana international was superb against Arsenal and gave Lewis-Skelly a difficult evening.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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“Superior.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superior. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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