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superioridad

superiority

noun soo-peh-ryoh-ree-DAHD Less Common

Usage Note

Superioridad denotes a higher rank, quality, or degree over something else. Complejo de superioridad ('superiority complex') is a common psychological term. The antonym is inferioridad. It is an abstract noun and rarely takes a plural in typical usage.

Examples

"No debes demostrar superioridad ante los demás."

Natural Translation

You should not show superiority towards others.

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