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superiority Synonyms

Another word for superiority

Choosing another word for superiority depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state or quality of being higher in rank, status, quality, or ability than others; preeminence or advantage.

Usage Example

"The cycling team demonstrated its clear supremacy during the grueling mountain stages of the race."

Strongest
supremacy
preeminence
Strong
dominance
predominance
primacy
ascendancy
advantage
excellence

• noun (Context 2)

A supercilious or arrogant attitude or demeanor that suggests one considers oneself better or more important than others.

Usage Example

"His tone of smug arrogance alienated many of his colleagues during the committee meeting."

Strongest
arrogance
Strong
haughtiness
condescension
snobbery
conceit
pomposity
aloofness

Opposites of superiority

The opposite of superiority shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

inferiority
humility
modesty
humbleness
subordination
meekness
inadequacy
deference
See all opposites of superiority

• Nearby Words

superintendent
superintense
superior
superiority
superiorly
superiorship
superjet

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Superiority. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/superiority
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