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superior

[səˈpɪriər]
adjective, nounmasculine/feminine (noun)pl: superiors (noun)
superior
1. Higher in rank, status, or authority
She was promoted to a superior position in the company.
Ela foi promovida a uma posição superior na empresa.
2. Of higher quality or excellence
This brand produces superior products.
Esta marca produz produtos superiores.
3. A person of higher rank or authority
He reported directly to his superior.
Ele se reportava diretamente ao seu superior.
4. Greater in quantity or number
The enemy had superior forces.
O inimigo tinha forças superiores.
NYC Slang
boss, top dog (informal for noun meaning)
Synonyms
higherbetterexcellentsupremebosschief
Antonyms
inferiorlowersubordinateworsepoor

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
superior
Standard usage for both adjective and noun forms
Portugal
superior
Standard usage; may use 'chefe' for superior in workplace context
São Paulo
superior
Standard usage; commonly used in corporate settings

Related Idioms & Phrases

superior court - tribunal superior
feel superior - sentir-se superior
superior air - ar de superioridade
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