noun
supergirl
Supergirl (noun) means a girl or young woman who achieves remarkable success or shows exceptional talent. Example: “She juggles three jobs and a degree — a total supergirl.”
noun
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A girl or young woman who achieves remarkable success or shows exceptional talent.
"She juggles three jobs and a degree — a total supergirl."
How to use supergirl
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishAn outstanding, high-achieving girl or young woman.
When to use it
Mostly informal, often complimentary or slightly ironic when used outside comics.
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Word forms
- Plural
- supergirls
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Etymology
From super- + girl, popularised by the DC Comics superheroine Supergirl, who debuted in 1959.
Class of 1959
supergirl joined the language around 1959.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “supergirl” mean?
The word “supergirl” means a girl or young woman who achieves remarkable success or shows exceptional talent. In plain terms, an outstanding, high-achieving girl or young woman.
How do you use “supergirl” in a sentence?
Here is “supergirl” used in a sentence: “She juggles three jobs and a degree — a total supergirl.”
What part of speech is “supergirl”?
“Supergirl” is a noun.
Where does the word “supergirl” come from?
The word “supergirl” dates back to around 1959. From super- + girl, popularised by the DC Comics superheroine Supergirl, who debuted in 1959.
