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.”

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noun

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 notes

In 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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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

supergirls plural, Supergirls plural

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Etymology

From super- + girl, popularised by the DC Comics superheroine Supergirl, who debuted in 1959.

· First attested 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.