优越 yōuyuè superior
superior; superiority
How to remember 优越: 优 superior + 越 the more...the more... = superior.
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How it is used
- Superior / advantageous (conditions, position) - 他家庭条件优越 (tā jiātíng tiáojiàn yōuyuè) he comes from a privileged family.
- Describes favorable circumstances or a sense of superiority: 优越感 (yōuyuègǎn) a feeling of superiority.
- Contrast 优秀 (yōuxiù, excellent, about quality of performance); 优越 is about advantageous conditions or standing.