superiority

[suh-peer-ee-awr-i-tee, -or-, soo-]

noun

1. the quality or condition of being superior.

Word History and Origins

Origin of superiority¹

First recorded in 1520–30, superiority is from the Medieval Latin word superiōritāt- (stem of superiōritās ). See superior, -ity

Example Sentences

But the most important thing is to not act like some wealthy nob, even though most of them are, lording your superiority over the common folk whose votes are necessary for victory.

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Ridicule and moral superiority can too easily close the door to honest dialogue, while empathy and understanding, difficult as they may be, open the path to genuine transformation.

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Israel has expressed concerns that its military superiority in the region could be eroded if Saudi Arabia acquires the F-35 jets.

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Israel’s intelligence services have also contributed significantly to the country’s military superiority.

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The scents wrestle one another for superiority, but I don’t mind it; everything smells divine.

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