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supérieur

superior, higher

adjective noun sew-pay-RYUR Less Common
Descriptions & Qualities Quality

Origin: From Latin 'superior', comparative of 'superus', above.

Usage Note

Supérieur functions as both adjective ('higher quality') and noun ('one's superior/boss'). Mon supérieur hiérarchique is the formal term for one's direct manager. The feminine form is supérieure, and the noun supériorité means 'superiority'. It contrasts with inférieur (lower, inferior).

Examples

"Ce modèle est supérieur à l'ancien."

Natural Translation

This model is superior to the old one.

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