Surpassing

/sərˈpæsɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Exceeding or going beyond a certain standard or level; remarkable.
Her performance in the competition was truly surpassing, earning her a gold medal.
Superior to; better than.
The new model of the car is surpassing its predecessor in both speed and fuel efficiency.
More impressive than others of its kind.
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

Killing it
She is really killing it at her job, surpassing all expectations.
Next level
His skills are next level, truly surpassing the competition.