1.
sense of superiority; superiority complex
The feeling of being better than others. Can be a healthy self-confidence or an unhealthy arrogance depending on context.
彼は優越感に浸っているようだ。
He seems to be basking in a sense of superiority.
優越感を持つのは危険だ。
Having a superiority complex is dangerous.
他人より優れているという優越感を感じる。
I feel a sense of superiority, as if I'm better than others.
優越感 is the feeling of being superior to others. It typically carries a negative connotation, suggesting arrogance or unhealthy pride.
WORD FORMATION:
優越 (superiority) + 感 (feeling).
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 優越感を感じる: to feel a sense of superiority
- 優越感に浸る: to bask in superiority
- 優越感を持つ: to have a superiority complex
- 優越感を抱く: to harbor a sense of superiority
CONTRAST:
Opposite of 劣等感 (inferiority complex). Both words are commonly used in psychological and everyday contexts.
REGISTER:
Used in both formal discussion and casual speech. Often appears in self-reflection or when describing someone's attitude critically.
Related Words
Antonym:
劣等感 (inferiority complex)