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superordinate (adj.)

1610s, on model of subordinate with super-. Related: Superordination.

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Definitions of superordinate from WordNet
1
superordinate (n.)
one of greater rank or station or quality;
Synonyms: superior / higher-up
superordinate (n.)
a word that is more generic than a given word;
Synonyms: hypernym / superordinate word
2
superordinate (v.)
place in a superior order or rank;
These two notions are superordinated to a third
3
superordinate (adj.)
of higher rank or status or value;
From wordnet.princeton.edu