First Known Use: 1513
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supreme
adjective su·preme \sə-ˈprēm, sü-\
: highest in rank or authority
: highest in degree or quality : greatest or highest possible
Full Definition of SUPREME
1
: highest in rank or authority <the supreme commander>
2
: highest in degree or quality <supreme endurance in war and in labour — R. W. Emerson>
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Origin of SUPREME
Latin supremus, superl. of superus upper — more at superior
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SUPREME Defined for Kids
supreme
adjective su·preme \su̇-ˈprēm\
Definition of SUPREME for Kids
1
: highest in rank, power, or authority
2
: highest in degree or quality <I have supreme trust in you.>
3
: most extreme or great <They made the supreme sacrifice.>
— su·preme·ly adverb
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