Meaning & Definition of word "Exceed"
Exceed
/ɪkˈsiːd/
verb:
- 1. to go beyond the limits of; to surpass
- Example: The final score must not exceed the maximum allowed by the league rules.
- 2. to be greater in number or size than something else
- Example: The costs of the project may exceed initial estimates.
- 3. to outrun or gain an advantage over
- Example: Her performance in the competition exceeded all expectations.
- 4. to go beyond what is allowed or stipulated
- Example: He exceeded the speed limit on the highway.
Etymology
●Middle English, from Latin 'excedere' meaning 'to go beyond'
Common Phrases and Expressions
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.
Related Words
surpass:
to go beyond in degree or quality.
outstrip:
to move faster than and overtake.
transcend:
to go beyond the limits of.
Slang Meanings of exceed
Meaning: to impress greatly
● Example Sentence: That movie was so good, it exceeded my expectations!
Meaning: to party hard or have an epic time
● Example Sentence: Last night’s concert exceeded – I’ve never had so much fun!