Definition

A very successful and popular song, movie, or other entertainment that achieves great success.

Example

The movie became a superhit, breaking box office records.

Conversation

Have you seen the new movie everyone is talking about?

Yes, it's a total superhit right now!

I heard it's breaking box office records.

It definitely deserves the hype — such a great story!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Superhit → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or over) and "hit" (from Old English "hyttan", meaning to strike or achieve). The word "superhit" refers to a hit that is above the usual level of success or popularity.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is a 'hit' but even 'above' ('super-') the usual level of success — that's why a superhit is an exceptionally successful achievement.

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