Advertisement

Advertisement

exceed

Definition for exceed

verb as in be superior to; surpass

Strongest matches

eclipse, outpace, outstrip, top

Strong matches

beat, best, better, cap, distance, excel, outdo, outrun, outshine, overstep, overtake, overtax, pass, surmount, transcend

Weak matches

break record, get upper hand, go beyond, go by, have a jump on, have advantage, have it all over, out-distance, outreach, rise above, run circles around

Discover More

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Did Spotify’s earnings meet, exceed or fall short of your expectations?

Read more on The Wall Street Journal

He said about 25 vehicles were trapped inside and said his own claim exceeded £100,000.

Read more on BBC

Though renewable energy growth could slow, analysts widely view China as likely to hit and possibly exceed its 2035 target early.

Read more on Barron's

ON Semiconductor’s adjusted earnings for the third quarter of 63 cents share exceed estimates.

Read more on Barron's

He also plays a premium position and will turn only 28 in March, meaning he could command a contract exceeded only by that of Tucker.

Read more on Los Angeles Times

Advertisement

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Browse