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Inferior

usgb/ɪnˈfɪriər/Volume
adjectivePlay

Not as good as someone else or something else.

His work was considered inferior to that of his colleagues.
Often appears as...
feel inferior
considered inferior
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Comparative UsagePlay
Often used with 'to' to show comparison, indicating something is less good. SlideShe felt her cooking was inferior to her mother's recipes.
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Negative FeelingPlay
Can imply a feeling of inadequacy or low self-esteem in social contexts. SlideHe felt inferior among his more experienced peers.