supreme
supreme
Pronunciation
IPA Phonetic Spelling of "Supreme"
IPA: /səˈprim/
Syllable Breakdown:
sə:
/s/ - voiceless alveolar fricative
/ə/ - schwa
ˈprim:
/ˈ/ - primary stress
/p/ - voiceless bilabial stop
/r/ - alveolar approximant
/i/ - high front unrounded vowel
/m/ - bilabial nasal
Word Form Variations
The word "supreme" is an adjective, meaning highest in rank or degree. It does not have any word form variations in terms of singular or plural forms.
However, it can be used in various grammatical constructions:
Noun: "the Supreme Court" (here, "supreme" is used as an adjective to modify the noun "court")
Verb: "to supreme" (though this is less common and often used in a figurative sense)
In these cases, the word form variations would depend on the grammatical rules for nouns and verbs. For example:
Plural of "court": "courts"
Past tense of "to supreme": "supremed" (though this is less common)
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Adjective
Definition: Highest in rank, degree, or quality.
Synonyms: Ultimate, paramount, sovereign, chief, principal
Antonyms: Inferior, subordinate, secondary, lesser
Noun
Definition: The highest authority or power.
Synonyms: Apex, pinnacle, zenith, summit, acme
Antonyms: Bottom, nadir, low point
Verb (Informal)
Definition: To excel or surpass in quality or achievement.
Synonyms: Outshine, outstrip, predominate, prevail
Antonyms: Fail, fall short, underperform
Note: While "supreme" is primarily used as an adjective and noun, it can occasionally be used as a verb in informal contexts to express a sense of superior achievement.
Examples of Use
Books
Literature: "The supreme power of the emperor was unquestioned." (From a historical novel)
Philosophy: "The supreme good is the ultimate goal of human existence." (From a philosophical treatise)
Newspapers
Headline: "Supreme Court Overturns Landmark Ruling" (From a major newspaper)
Article: "The supreme champion of the boxing match was awarded a gold belt." (From a sports article)
Online Publications
Blog Post: "The supreme pizza topping is undoubtedly pepperoni." (From a food blog)
Social Media: "This new smartphone has supreme battery life." (From a tech review on social media)
Entertainment
Movie Title: "Supreme Being" (A science fiction film title)
Song Title: "Supreme Love" (A romantic ballad)
Video Game: "Supreme Commander" (A strategy game title)
General Public Discourse
Conversation: "That's the supreme example of bad manners." (From a casual conversation)
Speech: "We must strive for a supreme quality of education." (From a political speech)
Note: These are just a few examples, and the word "supreme" is used widely in various contexts across different mediums and platforms.
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Supreme
"The supreme art of war is to subdue the enemy without fighting."
— Sun Tzu"The supreme happiness of life is the conviction that we are loved."
— Victor Hugo"Supreme excellence consists in breaking the enemy’s resistance without fighting."
— Sun Tzu"Silence is the ultimate weapon of power."
— Charles de Gaulle (often referenced in discussions of supreme power)"The supreme irony of life is that hardly anyone gets out of it alive."
— Robert A. Heinlein"The supreme accomplishment is to blur the line between work and play."
— Arnold J. Toynbee"Self-respect is the fruit of discipline; the sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no to oneself."
— Abraham Joshua Heschel (regarding supreme self-discipline)"Supreme power rests in the will of all or most of the citizens."
— Marcus Tullius Cicero"The supreme test of courage is to bear defeat without losing heart."
— Robert G. Ingersoll"Patience is the supreme virtue; it teaches us the art of waiting for the right moment."
— Anonymous
Etymology
Supreme is a word that comes from the Latin word superēmus, which means "highest" or "above all." It's made up of two parts:
super: meaning "above"
ēmus: meaning "we are" (in a certain state or condition)
So, when you put them together, superēmus means "we are above" or "we are the highest." This word was used in Latin to describe things or people that were at the top, the best, or the most powerful.
Over time, this Latin word made its way into English as "supreme," keeping the same meaning of being the highest, best, or most important. The first known use of "supreme" in English was in the 14th century.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Supreme
Supreme Court: The highest court of law in a country.
Supreme Being: A term often used in religious contexts to refer to God or a higher power.
Supreme Ruler: A monarch or leader with absolute authority.
Supreme Sacrifice: The ultimate sacrifice, often used in reference to giving one's life for a cause.
Supreme Effort: A maximum or all-out effort.
Supreme Confidence: Complete and unwavering belief in oneself.
Supreme Bliss: The highest state of happiness or joy.
Supreme Disregard: Complete indifference or lack of concern.
Supreme Irony: The ultimate or most surprising example of irony.
Supreme Commander: The highest-ranking military officer in a country or organization.
Note: While "supreme" is often used as a standalone adjective, it's less common in idiomatic expressions. This is likely due to its strong meaning and its tendency to be used in formal or elevated contexts. However, the phrases and idioms listed above effectively convey the concept of something being the highest, best, or most important.
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Definition of supreme from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
