Supremo (en. Supreme)
/suˈpɾemo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
The one who holds the maximum authority in a specific area.
The supreme leader had the final say in the decision.
El supremo líder tuvo la última palabra en la decisión.
A person of great power or influence.
He is considered a supreme in the business world.
Se considera un supremo en el mundo de los negocios.
adjective
One that is the highest or most important in a hierarchy.
The supreme court is the highest judicial instance in the country.
La corte suprema es la máxima instancia judicial del país.
One that represents the highest degree of perfection or quality.
His performance was of supreme level.
Su actuación fue de un nivel supremo.
Etymology
From Latin 'supremus', which means 'the highest'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
supreme power
The highest authority in a matter.
poder supremo
supreme instance
The highest level in a hierarchy or process.
instancia suprema
supreme court
The court of highest rank in a judicial system.
corte suprema
Related Words
supremacy
Condition of being superior to others.
supremacía
supremacist
One who defends the supremacy of one group over others.
supremacista
Slang Meanings
It is used to refer to something of the best or most impressive.
That movie was a supreme dish.
Esa película fue un plato supremo.
In some regions, it is used to describe someone who stands out for their quality or ability.
That player is a star, a supreme in football.
Ese jugador es un crack, un supremo en el fútbol.