inferiority
noun/ɪnˌfɪriˈɔrɪti/
Frequency rank: #13,467 most common English word
Meaning
The state of being lower in quality, status, or value than others.
Example sentence
He struggled with feelings of inferiority after comparing himself to his more successful colleagues.
Synonyms & related words
- inadequacy
- insecurity
- worthlessness
- weakness
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