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Welcome to English In A Minute. Give us a minute and we'll give you a hot tip about English vocabulary... there's so much to learn! And all taught by your favourite BBC Learning English staff!

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How to use 'supreme'

Beth teaches different ways to use 'supreme'.

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Beth

Supreme is an adjective which can mean having the highest rank or level. It is quite formal when used with this meaning.

The criminal case was so important that it was taken to the Supreme Court.
Before moving to his current job, he was a supreme commander.

Supreme can also describe something that is considered very great or the greatest.

In my opinion, this singer reigns supreme amongst all modern artists.
Jodie was awarded a medal for demonstrating supreme bravery.

Supreme is often followed by nouns like 'importance', 'inspiration' and 'intelligence'.

The results of this study will be of supreme importance to the world of science.

We hope to be your supreme authority on all things English!

 

supreme

Supreme can mean having the highest rank or level (formal).

  • She's been promoted to supreme commander. 
  • Speak to them, not me. They are the supreme authority. 

Supreme also describes something great or the greatest. 

  • Running a marathon requires supreme effort.
  • He has supreme intelligence for a 7 year old!

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