Exceed

/ɪkˈsiːd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to go beyond the limits of; to surpass

The final score must not exceed the maximum allowed by the league rules.

to be greater in number or size than something else

The costs of the project may exceed initial estimates.

to outrun or gain an advantage over

Her performance in the competition exceeded all expectations.

to go beyond what is allowed or stipulated

He exceeded the speed limit on the highway.

Middle English, from Latin 'excedere' meaning 'to go beyond'

exceed expectations

to do better than what was anticipated.

exceed limits

to go beyond the established boundaries.

exceed capacity

to surpass the maximum allowable quantity.

surpass

to go beyond in degree or quality.

outstrip

to move faster than and overtake.

transcend

to go beyond the limits of.

to impress greatly

That movie was so good, it exceeded my expectations!

to party hard or have an epic time

Last night’s concert exceeded – I’ve never had so much fun!