supremacy

[suh-prem-uh-see, soo-]

noun

1. the state of being supreme.

2. supreme authority or power.

supremacy

/ sʊˈprɛməsɪ, sjʊ- /

noun

1. supreme power; authority

2. the quality or condition of being supreme

Other Word Forms

• presupremacy noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of supremacy¹

First recorded in 1540–50; supreme + -acy

Example Sentences

That’s exactly what made it so threatening to those who uphold white supremacy — and exactly what makes it beautiful today.

From Los Angeles Times

These guys are no advertisement for genetic supremacy.

From Los Angeles Times

Its longest-serving congressman sought a constitutional amendment to proclaim the supremacy of Jesus Christ.

From Los Angeles Times

In my forthcoming book, “Rules for Reactionaries: How to Maintain Inequality and Stop Social Justice,” I explore the language strategies used to advance white supremacy and anti-feminism across U.S. politics and culture.

From Salon

The battle for supremacy in the supermarket world is always fierce, so they sensibly welcome customers from everywhere.

From BBC

Related Words

• dominance 
• preeminence 
• primacy 
• sovereignty 
• superiority