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

China has been developing missiles and rocket forces as a key part of its deterrence strategy - and to counter the US' naval superiority, Mr Neill says.

From BBC

Nobody has managed to stop Sinner and Alcaraz sharing the past seven major titles, underlining their superiority by contesting the past two finals at the French Open and Wimbledon.

From BBC

He charged that Kirk wants to bring “white superiority attitudes” back to the Republican Party.

From Salon

“It was about writers, not the music. I wasn’t interested in being terribly critical. I was an advocate. I wanted to help the music along; rock critics wanted to help their sense of superiority.”

From Los Angeles Times

“As a food company with a 150+ year heritage, we are continuously evolving our recipes, products, and portfolio to deliver superiority to consumers and customers,” said Pedro Navio, North America President at Kraft Heinz.

From Salon

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