supremum

/ˈsʌprɛməm/

Definitions

1. noun

The greatest element in a set or the least upper bound of a set of numbers.

“The supremum of the set of numbers is the maximum value that can be attained.”

2. noun

The highest or most superior position or authority.

“The company’s CEO held the supreme power and made key decisions.”

Synonyms

  • apex
  • high
  • maximum
  • summit

Antonyms

  • infimum
  • lower bound
  • minimum