Meaning & Definition of word "Surpassing"

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    Surpassing

    /sərˈpæsɪŋ/

    adjective:

    • 1. Exceeding or going beyond a certain standard or level; remarkable.
      • Example: Her performance in the competition was truly surpassing, earning her a gold medal.
    • 2. Superior to; better than.
      • Example: The new model of the car is surpassing its predecessor in both speed and fuel efficiency.
    • 3. More impressive than others of its kind.
      • Example: The scientist's research produced surpassing results that changed the field of medicine.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'surpasser', from sur- (over) + passer (to pass).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    surpassing expectations:

    to exceed what is anticipated or hoped for.

    surpassing beauty:

    beauty that is exceptionally great or remarkable.

    Related Words

    surpass:

    to go beyond the limits of something.

    surpassed:

    having been exceeded in quality or degree.

    Slang Meanings of surpassing

    Meaning: Killing it

    Example Sentence: She is really killing it at her job, surpassing all expectations.

    Meaning: Next level

    Example Sentence: His skills are next level, truly surpassing the competition.