inferior
|in-fe-ri-or|
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/ɪnˈfɪriər/
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/ɪnˈfɪəriə/
lower in quality
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inferior' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inferior', where 'inferus' meant 'low'.
Historical Evolution
'inferior' changed from the Latin word 'inferior' and eventually became the modern English word 'inferior'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lower in position', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'lower in rank, status, or quality'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person lower in rank, status, or quality.
He always felt like an inferior in the company.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35