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superset

superset

6.3
More complete and including everything from a smaller version
  • adjective
  • /ˈsuːpərˌsɛt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : superconjunto
  • The new regulations are a superset of the previous local laws, covering more situations.

Examples

  • The superset includes all the previous categories.

  • This superset is comprehensive.

  • This software package is a superset version, offering all the features of the basic one and more.

  • Their responsibilities form a superset role, including tasks from several departments.

  • The superset of mammals includes all species, even those that do not resemble typical examples like dogs and cats.

  • In programming, understanding the superset language helps developers work with various subset languages more effectively.

  • A superset approach to fitness means combining different types of workouts for a more holistic exercise routine.

Synonyms

overarching
vssuperset
17 5.9

Including all parts of something

is defined as the larger group that contains the smaller group
all-encompassing
vssuperset
12 6.0

Including everything and everyone in a single plan

is a larger category that contains a smaller category entirely
all-embracing
vssuperset
1 4.6

Including everything or everyone without leaving anything out

is specifically a bigger set that fully includes a smaller set
umbrella
vssuperset
5.4

Including many different things in one group

is more about being a bigger category that fully contains a subset

Antonyms

subset
  • Specialized
47 3.6

A group of things that are all in a larger group

How Inclusive

universal set
  • Specialized
7.0
superset
  • Specialized
6.3
set
  • Specialized
154 7.0
subset
  • Specialized
47 3.6

Surface Forms

superset positive

Morphology

superset = set (transparent) = super + set

Formed by the productive prefix 'super-' + 'set'; the meaning 'more comprehensive' is directly derived from those components.

Etymology

Superset combines super- 'above' or 'more than' and set 'group', like in supermarket where super- means 'big' or 'extra'. So to call something a superset is to say it includes a smaller group and adds more.