superiority
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of superiority
First recorded in 1520–30, superiority is from the Medieval Latin word superiōritāt- (stem of superiōritās ). See superior, -ity
Example Sentences
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The order said that US superiority in space was a measure of national vision and willpower, contributing to the nation's strength, security and prosperity.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
Fainberg said Israel's air superiority over Iran reflects "20 years of conceptual and operational preparation".
From Barron's • Mar. 6, 2026
That has allowed the U.S. to establish “localized air superiority across the southern flank of the Iranian coast and penetrate their defenses with overwhelming precision and firepower,” Caine said.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026
Knowing just one team from their group qualifies automatically for the 2027 Women's World Cup, England needed to make their superiority count.
From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026
But slowly and imperceptibly, with the passing of the seasons, his mockery and feeling of superiority diminished.
From "Siddhartha" by Hermann Hesse
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