Basic Details
Word: Superior
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Better or greater in quality, importance, or skill than someone or something else.
Synonyms: Better, higher, greater
Antonyms: Inferior, lower, lesser
Idioms and Phrases
- In a league of their own: Refers to someone or something that is superior to others in a particular field. Example: "Her singing talent is in a league of her own; no one can perform like she does."
- Rise above: To become superior or to excel in difficult circumstances. Example: "Even when faced with challenges, he always manages to rise above and succeed."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The superior quality of the new smartphone impressed everyone at the launch event.
Example 2: She was determined to prove that her team was superior in skills and teamwork during the competition.
Example 3: The mountain's superior height made it the most challenging climb in the region.
Fun Fact
The word "superior" comes from the Latin word "superior," which means "higher." It has been used in English since the early 15th century to denote something of higher rank or quality.
Famous Quote
"The superior man is the providence of the inferior." Confucius
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "superior" mean?
a) Of lesser quality
b) Better or greater in quality
c) The same as
d) Of no importance
Answer: b) Better or greater in quality
2. Which of these is a synonym of "superior"?
a) Lower
b) Greater
c) Lesser
d) Equal
Answer: b) Greater
3. Which sentence uses "superior" correctly?
a) The inferior was happy with their grade.
b) He felt superior when he helped his friend.
c) The superior team lost the game.
d) She thought the superior plane would be slower.
Answer: b) He felt superior when he helped his friend.
4. Which idiom means being better than others?
a) In a league of their own
b) Fish out of water
c) The best of both worlds
d) At the drop of a hat
Answer: a) In a league of their own
5. What is the opposite of "superior"?
a) Major
b) Equal
c) Inferior
d) Supportive
Answer: c) Inferior
