exceed

Pronunciation

/ɪkˈsiːd/

Definitions

• Verb: To go beyond a limit, boundary, or expectation; to be greater than (a specified amount, level, or quality).

Examples:

• The company exceeded its quarterly sales targets.
• "His performance exceeded all expectations."

Phrases

• Exceed expectations: Perform better or achieve more than what was anticipated or required.

  • “Her dedication to the project exceeded expectations and led to early completion.”

• Exceed the limit: Go beyond a set restriction or maximum allowed amount.

  • “Drivers exceeding the speed limit will be fined.”

• Exceed oneself: To surpass one’s previous achievements or abilities.

  • “In his latest novel, he has truly exceeded himself with a gripping plot twist.”

Example Sentences

• Verb: “Their profits exceeded last year’s by 20%.”
• “She exceeded her own personal best time in the marathon this year.”

Synonyms

• Surpass
• Outdo
• Outstrip
• Exceedingly
• transcend
• outperform
• top
• beat
• excel