The term inferior takes on a range of meanings depending on the context. As an adjective it could mean lower in or a low order, rank or degree. In general usage it is used to mean low or lower in value, quality or estimation. It could also mean second-rate; poor. It could denote situated under or beneath.
It takes on different meanings deepening upon the various fields of study as well. For instance in botany the word inferior is used to mean positioned below the perianth as well as other floral parts. It is typically used of an ovary. In anatomy it would mean situated beneath or that which is directed downward. It printing it refers to subscript or set under the usual line of type. In astronomy it means orbiting between the sun and the earth; or it could mean lying below the horizon.
As a noun it could mean someone who is lower in rank, accomplishment status than another. It is also used in printing to denote an inferior character.
It takes on different meanings deepening upon the various fields of study as well. For instance in botany the word inferior is used to mean positioned below the perianth as well as other floral parts. It is typically used of an ovary. In anatomy it would mean situated beneath or that which is directed downward. It printing it refers to subscript or set under the usual line of type. In astronomy it means orbiting between the sun and the earth; or it could mean lying below the horizon.
As a noun it could mean someone who is lower in rank, accomplishment status than another. It is also used in printing to denote an inferior character.
