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supremacy

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //səˈpɹɛməsi// UK //suːpɹˈɛməsi// suprema·cy

n. a position where one person or group has more power, authority, or success than everyone else.

n. the state or condition of being superior to all others in authority, power, or status.


SIMPLE

The team fought hard to maintain their supremacy in the league.

CONTEXTUAL

The empire's naval supremacy allowed it to control trade routes across the entire region for centuries.

COMPLEX

The rapid advancement of semiconductor technology has become a central battleground for nations seeking technological supremacy in the global market.

Synonyms
Origin

From supreme + -acy (a variant of -cy). Compare with supremity and New Latin suprematia.

Usage

Often used in the abstract sense; frequently paired with 'over' to indicate the group being dominated.

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