noun
Uncommon
supremacy
soo-PREH-muh-see
Supremacy (noun) means the state of having power or authority over all others. Example: “The empire fought hard to maintain its naval supremacy.”
noun
1
The state of having power or authority over all others.
"The empire fought hard to maintain its naval supremacy."
"The two rivals battled for market supremacy."
How to use supremacy
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishBeing the highest in power, rank, or authority over everything else.
Common pairings
naval supremacy
claim supremacy
air supremacy
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- Plural
- supremacies
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Etymology
From supreme + -acy.
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What does “supremacy” mean?
The word “supremacy” means the state of having power or authority over all others. In plain terms, being the highest in power, rank, or authority over everything else.
How do you pronounce “supremacy”?
“Supremacy” is pronounced soo-PREH-muh-see (/suˈpɹɛməsi/ in IPA).
How do you use “supremacy” in a sentence?
Here is “supremacy” used in a sentence: “The empire fought hard to maintain its naval supremacy.”
What part of speech is “supremacy”?
“Supremacy” is a noun.
Is “supremacy” a common word?
“Supremacy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between supremacy and dominance?
Supremacy describes the state of having power or authority over all others, often implying a formal or absolute position at the top. Dominance can describe a similar position but is often used more loosely for influence or control that need not be total or official. Supremacy tends to carry a stronger sense of being the highest or supreme authority.
Is supremacy always used in a political sense?
No. While supremacy is common in political and military contexts, describing authority over a state or territory, it can also apply to any situation where one thing or group has power or authority over all others, such as technological or sporting supremacy.
What is a common collocation with supremacy?
Supremacy frequently appears in phrases like air supremacy, racial supremacy, and claim supremacy, all reflecting its core meaning of having power or authority over all others.
