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    Supérieurs (en. Superiors)

    /sy.pe.ʁjœʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which is superior to something.
    The results this year are superior to those of last year.
    Les résultats de cette année sont supérieurs à ceux de l'année dernière.
    Which is above in hierarchical position.
    He was promoted to a superior position in the company.
    Il a été promu à un poste supérieur dans l'entreprise.
    Which contains excellence or a better quality.
    She prefers superior brands for her clothes.
    Elle préfère les marques supérieures pour ses vêtements.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'superior', meaning 'above'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the superiors
    The people who hold a higher position in a hierarchy.
    les supérieurs
    above average
    Refers to something that is better than the norm.
    supérieur à la moyenne
    gain perspective
    Adopting a superior perspective on a subject.
    prendre de la hauteur

    Related Words

    superiority
    The quality of being superior.
    supériorité
    superior
    Which is above; the singular term for 'superiors'.
    supérieur
    inferior
    Which is below in quality or rank.
    inférieur

    Slang Meanings

    In academic circles, can refer to a student with very good grades.
    This guy is a true superior, he once again got honors.
    Ce mec est un vrai supérieur, il a encore eu mention très bien.
    Sometimes used to refer to people arrogantly in positions of power.
    This director thinks he's superior, he never talks to the employees.
    Ce directeur se prend pour un supérieur, il ne parle jamais aux employés.