excelled

VERB

be superior; surpass

Synonyms

STRONGEST

come through outdo shine transcend

STRONG

beat best better cap eclipse exceed outrival outshine outstrip pass predominate surmount top wax

WEAK

be good be master of be proficient be skillful be talented go beyond go to town improve upon make it show talent take precedence

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fail lose

STRONG

fall behind surrender

WEAK

be inferior

Example Sentences

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“Anduril has excelled at producing hardware with these capabilities and Palantir has the software expertise. Both companies also have a reputation for rapid iteration as nontraditional defense contractors,” Luria said.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Ayden Heaven has excelled in central defence and there is a feeling he can play more often next season.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Before his accident, Nones was a freelance photographer who excelled because he pushed himself, doing whatever it took to get the right shot.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 26, 2026

Mary Kay excelled in high school but eloped at age 16 with her first husband, Julius Ben Rogers, and gave birth to two children in rapid succession.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

“You have excelled beyond my wildest expectations,” Goddard told him.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman