adjective + preposition (comparative) · formal
be superior to + noun/gerund
Band 6-7task2speaking
to be better than something else in quality, ability, or standard
Examples
“This method is superior to previous approaches in terms of accuracy.”
“The newer model proved superior to its predecessor in durability.”
“Online learning is superior to traditional lectures for some students.”
Band 8 sentence
“In terms of long-term sustainability, renewable energy sources are clearly superior to fossil fuels.”
Collocations
- superior to expectations/performance/predecessors
Common mistakes
superior than→superior to
is superior with→is superior to
Say it for a higher band
5better than→6be more effective than→7+be superior to
Synonyms
better than
Easily confused
be better than
“This technique is better than the old one in most situations.”
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