Supremos (en. Supreme)

/suˈpɾemos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person or entity that holds the highest rank in an organization or group.
The council of supremes decided on the company policy.
El consejo de supremos decidió sobre la política de la empresa.
In the judicial realm, the highest instance of a branch of government.
The supreme court issued an important ruling.
El tribunal supremo emitió un fallo importante.

Etymology

From Latin 'supremus', which means 'the highest'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

supreme court
The highest judicial authority in a country.
corte suprema
supreme power
The authority that cannot be challenged.
poder supremo
supreme leader
The chief responsible for an organization or movement.
líder supremo

Related Words

supremacy
State of being superior or having control over others.
supremacía
supremacist
A person who advocates for the supremacy of one group over others.
supremacista
supreme advisor
A senior counselor in an institution.
supremo asesor

Slang Meanings

Something or someone that is exceptionally good or impressive.
That movie was supreme, I loved it.
Esa película fue suprema, me encantó.
Use of 'supremo' to qualify something that is considered of high quality or style.
That party was supreme, everyone had fun.
Esa fiesta estuvo suprema, todos se divirtieron.