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in an excellent or impressive manner
"She performed superbly in the final match."
Behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others; arrogant and disdainful.
"She gave him a supercilious smile as if he was beneath her."
Going beyond what is required or expected; more than necessary.
"His donation was supererogatory, far beyond what anyone had asked for."
Concerned only with the surface or appearance; not deep or thorough.
"His analysis of the issue was rather superficial and lacked depth."
An excessive amount of something; more than what is needed.
"The room was filled with a superfluity of decorations."
Unnecessary, especially because more than enough exists.
"Adding more details to the report would be superfluous."
to heat a substance beyond its normal boiling point without it becoming vapor
"Engineers superheat the steam to increase the efficiency of the turbine."
to place one thing on top of another so that both can be seen
"The editor superimposed text over the image."
to oversee and direct the work or operation of something
"She was hired to superintend the construction project."
the act of overseeing, supervising, or managing
"The superintendence of the school is the principal’s duty."
a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project
"The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress."
Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.
"Her performance was superlative, earning her a standing ovation."
Relating to the heavens; celestial or divine.
"The painting captured a supernal beauty that felt otherworldly."
Attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature.
"They claimed to have witnessed supernatural events in the old house."
Exceeding the usual number; extra or unnecessary.
"The play included several supernumerary actors to fill the background scenes."
To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.
"This new law will supersede the old regulations."
Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.
"He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars."
To take the place of something or someone, often by force or strategy.
"Digital platforms have supplanted traditional newspapers."
Easily bending or moving without breaking; flexible and adaptable.
"The gymnast’s body was remarkably supple."
Something added to complete or enhance; to add extra to make up for a deficiency.
"She takes vitamin supplements to improve her health."
Additional, completing, or enhancing something else.
"The teacher gave supplementary materials to help the students prepare for exams."
Humbly or earnestly asking for something, especially from a person in authority.
"The suppliant man begged for mercy at the king's feet."
A person who humbly or earnestly asks for something, usually from a person of authority.
"The temple was filled with supplicants seeking blessings."
To ask for something earnestly or humbly, often in a religious context.
"The villagers supplicated the gods for rain during the drought."
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