supremacy

/səˈprɛməsi/
noun
  1. The state or condition of being superior to all others in power, authority, or status.
    • The treaty established the supremacy of international law.
    • The company achieved technological supremacy in the smartphone market.
    • The ancient empire fought to maintain its supremacy over neighboring lands.
  2. The belief that a particular group is superior and should have control over others.
    • The idea of male supremacy has been rejected by modern societies.
    • Laws were passed to challenge the supremacy of the ruling class.
    • The movement was based on the supremacy of one race over all others.
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