Meaning & Definition of word "Surpassing"

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.