Inferiority

Pronunciation: /ˌɪnfɪriːˈɔːrɪˌtiː/

Inferiority (noun)

  1. The feeling of being less important or less good than someone else.
  2. A state of being lower in quality, rank, or status compared to something else.

Examples

  • Many people struggle with feelings of inferiority in social situations.
  • The product was criticized for its inferiority compared to competitors.

Common collocations: feelings of inferiority, overcome inferiority, inferiority complex, perceived inferiority

Synonyms of Inferiority

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Inferiority

  • — indicates a higher rank or quality.
  • — refers to the state of being equal in status.