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superiority

/suːˌpɪəriˈɒrəti/ · /suːˌpɪriˈɔːrəti/

CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #5669 in the learning path

优越性;优势

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Definitions

n. The state of being better or stronger than something else.

优越性;优势

n. An attitude of believing yourself better than other people.

优越感;高傲

Example

The newer camera showed its superiority in low light.

这台较新的相机在弱光下展现了优势。

The technological superiority of larger firms can make it difficult for small businesses to compete effectively.

大公司的技术优势可能使小企业难以有效参与竞争。

Collocations

  • technological superiority
  • superiority over
  • a sense of superiority

Word family

  • superior (adj.)

Antonyms

  • inferiority

Usage tip

表示相对优势用superiority over,不用than。

FAQ

What does superiority mean?
The state of being better or stronger than something else. An attitude of believing yourself better than other people.
How is superiority pronounced?
UK /suːˌpɪəriˈɒrəti/, US /suːˌpɪriˈɔːrəti/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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