Definition

A person in a high-ranking government position who has more authority or responsibilities than a typical minister.

Example

The superminister was responsible for coordinating efforts across multiple departments.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new superminister they appointed last week?

Yeah, I heard they have a lot of responsibilities beyond a regular minister.

I wonder what kind of changes they will bring to the government.

Me too! It could be really interesting to see how they handle everything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Superminister → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or over) and "minister" (from Latin "minister", meaning servant or attendant). The word "superminister" refers to a minister who has authority over other ministers or a higher rank than a typical minister.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is a 'servant' ('minister') but has a role that is 'above' ('super-') others — that's why a superminister is a higher-ranking minister.

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