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excels

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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At a school that excels in many different sports, the Wolverines rose to the top.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Moorer says that “he excels as a singer, songwriter, player, harmony singer and producer.”

From Salon • May 15, 2026

The U.S. excels at deterrence by punishment—the ability to impose costs at range.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

“The U.S. leads in technological innovation, while China excels in speed of implementation,” P.K.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

A Meecham gets the best grades, wins the most awards, excels in sports, is the most popular, and is always found near the top no matter what endeavor he undertakes.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy