Synonyms of superiority
22 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for superiority is mastery. Other synonyms of superiority are ascendancy, overhand, ascendance, prerogative and preeminence. The opposite of superiority is inferiority.
Synonyms and similar words for superiority
nounThe state of being superior.
- prerogativeA property, attribute or ability which gives one a superiority or advantage over others; an inherent advantage or...
nounMore synonyms
- advantageSuperiority; mastery; — used with of to specify its nature or with over to specify the other party.
- altitudeHeight of rank or excellence; superiority.
- ascendanceAscendancy, superiority; the act of ascending.
- ascendancyThe quality of being in the ascendant; dominant control, supremacy.
- betterhoodThe state or condition of being better; superiority.
- betternessThe state or quality of being better; superiority.
- dominion
- elderdomPreeminence; superiority.
- excellence
- forehandSuperiority; advantage; start; precedence.
- greatness
- leetnessThe quality of being leet or elite: excellence, superiority, or skill.
- masteryThe position or authority of a master; dominion; command; supremacy; superiority.
- overhandThe upper hand; advantage; superiority; mastery.
- precedencyPrecedence; superiority.
- predominanceThe condition or state of being predominant; ascendancy, domination, preeminence, preponderance.
- preeminenceHigh importance; superiority.
- superiornessThe state or quality of being superior.
- supremacy
- precellence obsoleteExcellence, superiority, preeminence.
- precellency obsoleteExcellence, superiority, preeminence.
Opposite of superiority
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Meaning of superiority
- noun The state of being superior.
- noun The right which the superior enjoys in the land held by the vassal.
superiority in other languages
Questions about synonyms of superiority
- What is another word for superiority?
- Superiority has 22 synonyms on Word.ws, such as mastery, ascendancy, overhand, ascendance, prerogative, preeminence, altitude and forehand.
- What is the opposite of superiority?
- The opposite of superiority is inferiority.
- What does superiority mean?
- Superiority means the state of being superior.
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