supreme

3 definitions • 7 examples

having the highest rank, level, or importance:

the supreme commander of the armed forces

the Supreme Court

The country's present constitution gives supreme authority to the presidency.

Beethoven reigns supreme among classical composers.

very great, or the best:

For me, dieting requires a supreme effort of will.

She was awarded a medal for showing supreme bravery.

at the highest level:

The dictionary was called the supreme authority on all matters relating to the language.