noun

superboy

Superboy (noun) means a boy who is remarkably talented or capable, often used loosely or admiringly. Example: “At nine years old, he was already being called a chess superboy.”

noun

A boy who is remarkably talented or capable, often used loosely or admiringly.

"At nine years old, he was already being called a chess superboy."

How to use superboy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishAn exceptionally gifted or capable young boy.

When to use it

Mostly used informally or as a comic-book reference rather than a serious everyday term.

Word forms

superboys plural

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Etymology

From super- + boy, popularised by the DC Comics character Superboy, who first appeared in 1945.

· First attested 1945

Class of 1945 superboy joined the language around 1945.

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Rhymes for superboy

oy boy joy toy hoy soy coy Roy goy doy loy foy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “superboy” mean?

The word “superboy” means a boy who is remarkably talented or capable, often used loosely or admiringly. In plain terms, an exceptionally gifted or capable young boy.

How do you use “superboy” in a sentence?

Here is “superboy” used in a sentence: “At nine years old, he was already being called a chess superboy.”

What part of speech is “superboy”?

“Superboy” is a noun.

Where does the word “superboy” come from?

The word “superboy” dates back to around 1945. From super- + boy, popularised by the DC Comics character Superboy, who first appeared in 1945.