Meaning & Definition of word "Inferior"

Inferior

/ɪnˈfɪr.i.ər/

1. A person lower in status or rank.
- Example: He was often treated as an inferior by his boss.
2. A thing or person that is considered to be of lower quality.
- Example: They dismissed his ideas as those of an inferior.

1. Lower in rank, status, or quality.
- Example: She felt inferior to her colleagues due to their extensive experience.
2. Of lesser quality or value.
- Example: The inferior materials used in the construction led to numerous problems.
3. Situated lower down or below something else.
- Example: The inferior layer of rock is denser than the layers above it.

From Latin 'inferior', meaning 'lower, underneath'.

inferior goods:

Goods whose demand decreases when consumer incomes rise.

inferior to:

Not as good as; less than.

an inferior being:

A person or thing regarded as lower in status or quality.

superior:

Higher in rank, status, or quality.

subordinate:

Lower in rank or position.

mediocre:

Of only moderate quality; not very good.

Meaning: Beneath someone's status.

Example Sentence: After the promotion, he made it clear he thought the rest of the team was inferior.

Meaning: Outdated or not trendy.

Example Sentence: Those old shoes are so inferior; no one wears them anymore.