Super (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Extremely large; "another super skyscraper".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The massive super storm caused widespread destruction across several cities.
- A new super carrier is being constructed at the shipyard to increase naval capacity.
- The super eclipse was a rare and spectacular event witnessed by millions worldwide.
- Developers are planning to build another super skyscraper in downtown Manhattan.
- In order to feed its increasing population, the city needs to build a super farm.
Meaning 2
Including more than a specified category; "a super experiment".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new super computer can handle data from multiple universities.
- A super volcano would release exponentially more ash and debris than a normal volcano.
- A super storm is expected to bring rain from a wide swath of the hemisphere.
- A super collider would accelerate particles beyond normal to very high energies.
- A super galaxy is a galaxy that contains thousands of black holes.
Meaning 3
Of the highest quality; "an ace reporter"; "a crack shot"; "a first-rate golfer"; "a super party"; "played top-notch tennis"; "an athlete in tiptop condition"; "she is absolutely tops".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Usages
Examples
- The hotel provided us with super service during our stay.
- The super performance of the actress earned her a standing ovation.
- She's a super driver with years of experience in formula one racing.
- The super wine selection made the evening a true delight for everyone.
- The chef created a super dish that impressed the difficult food critic.