Supreme
/sʊˈpriːm/
Definitions
2 meaningsHighest in authority or power; of the greatest importance.
/sʊˈpriːm/
Highest in rank, power, or authority
The supreme commander led the troops into battle.
💡 Simply: Imagine a boss of all bosses, the *absolute* top dog! Like, if you're the best at something, you're the supreme champion. This word shows that you're the best of the best.
👶 For kids: The most important or biggest, like the King or Queen!
More Examples
The supreme court overturned the previous ruling.
She showed supreme confidence in her abilities.
How It's Used
"The supreme court makes the final decisions on legal matters."
"God is the supreme being."
Of the greatest or highest degree; extreme.
/sʊˈpriːm/
Extreme or very great
The athlete achieved supreme skill.
💡 Simply: It's like saying something's extra, extra good or bad. For example, if someone's super happy, you could also say they feel supreme joy. It means the *highest* level of something!
👶 For kids: When something is the best or the most!
More Examples
She felt supreme joy after winning the competition.
The movie showcased supreme visual effects.
How It's Used
"The poem expressed supreme sorrow."
"The food was of supreme quality."
Synonyms
Chief
Dominant
Greatest
Highest
Paramount
Principal
Absolute
Extreme
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
Supreme Being
A deity or god, considered to be the ultimate power.
"Many religions believe in a Supreme Being."
From Latin supremus, superlative of super ('above').
The word 'supreme' has been used since the 14th century to denote the highest degree or authority.
Memory tip
Think of the 'super'hero – they are often the supreme authority in their world.
Practice
Word Origin
Root: super