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Definition superiority in British English

superiority noun

[uncountable] noun
/sʊˌpɪəriˈɒrəti/
1

the fact that one person or thing is better, more powerful etc than another

Example

Their country relies heavily on its air superiority.

Example

They argued for the superiority of private-sector management.

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2

a way of behaving that shows you think you are better or more important than other people

Example

an attitude of superiority

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Definition superiority in British English