Vocabularies

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adverb
/suːˈpɜːrbli/

in an excellent or impressive manner

"She performed superbly in the final match."

adjective
/ˌsuː.pɚˈsɪl.i.əs/

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."

adjective
/ˌsuː.pər.ɪˈrɑː.ɡə.tɔːr.i/

Going beyond what is required or expected; more than necessary.

"His donation was supererogatory, far beyond what anyone had asked for."

adjective
/ˌsuː.pɚˈfɪʃ.əl/

Concerned only with the surface or appearance; not deep or thorough.

"His analysis of the issue was rather superficial and lacked depth."

noun
/ˌsuː.pɚˈfluː.ə.t̬i/

An excessive amount of something; more than what is needed.

"The room was filled with a superfluity of decorations."

adjective
/suːˈpɝː.fluː.əs/

Unnecessary, especially because more than enough exists.

"Adding more details to the report would be superfluous."

verb
/ˌsuːpərˈhiːt/

to heat a substance beyond its normal boiling point without it becoming vapor

"Engineers superheat the steam to increase the efficiency of the turbine."

verb
/ˌsuːpərɪmˈpoʊz/

to place one thing on top of another so that both can be seen

"The editor superimposed text over the image."

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superintend

verb
/ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛnd/

to oversee and direct the work or operation of something

"She was hired to superintend the construction project."

noun
/ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndəns/

the act of overseeing, supervising, or managing

"The superintendence of the school is the principal’s duty."

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superintendent

noun
/ˌsuːpərɪnˈtɛndənt/

a person who oversees, manages, or directs an organization, building, or project

"The superintendent visited the classrooms to check on progress."

adjective
/suːˈpɜːrlətɪv/

Of the highest quality or degree; expressing the extreme form of an adjective or adverb.

"Her performance was superlative, earning her a standing ovation."

adjective
/suːˈpɜːrnəl/

Relating to the heavens; celestial or divine.

"The painting captured a supernal beauty that felt otherworldly."

adjective
/ˌsuːpərˈnætʃrəl/

Attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature.

"They claimed to have witnessed supernatural events in the old house."

adjective
/ˌsuːpərˈnuːmərɛri/

Exceeding the usual number; extra or unnecessary.

"The play included several supernumerary actors to fill the background scenes."

verb
/ˌsuːpərˈsiːd/

To replace or take the place of something because it is more modern or effective.

"This new law will supersede the old regulations."

adjective
/ˈsuːpaɪn/

Lying on the back, face upward; failing to act due to laziness or weakness.

"He lay supine on the grass, staring at the stars."

verb
/səˈplænt/

To take the place of something or someone, often by force or strategy.

"Digital platforms have supplanted traditional newspapers."

adjective
/ˈsʌpl/

Easily bending or moving without breaking; flexible and adaptable.

"The gymnast’s body was remarkably supple."

noun/verb
/ˈsʌplɪmənt/

Something added to complete or enhance; to add extra to make up for a deficiency.

"She takes vitamin supplements to improve her health."

adjective
/ˌsʌplɪˈmɛntəri/

Additional, completing, or enhancing something else.

"The teacher gave supplementary materials to help the students prepare for exams."

adjective
/ˈsʌpliənt/

Humbly or earnestly asking for something, especially from a person in authority.

"The suppliant man begged for mercy at the king's feet."

noun
/ˈsʌplɪkənt/

A person who humbly or earnestly asks for something, usually from a person of authority.

"The temple was filled with supplicants seeking blessings."

verb
/ˈsʌplɪˌkeɪt/

To ask for something earnestly or humbly, often in a religious context.

"The villagers supplicated the gods for rain during the drought."