adj. 1 higher, higher-ranking, higher-level, higher-class, higher-calibre, upper, upper-level, upper-class, loftier, nobler, better; of a higher order or status or standing, Colloq classier, tonier He was reported to his superior officer 2 high-class, elevated, first-rate, distinguished, exceptional, excellent, preferred, choice, select, élitist, outstanding, superlative, matchless, unequalled, peerless, nonpareil, sterling, supreme, fine, noteworthy, notable, worthy, estimable Kenneth has had the benefit of a superior education 3 See supercilious, above.
n. 4 See supervisor, below.