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Meaning of surpass
to be or do something better than someone or something else
Etymology of surpass
The word "surpass" originates from the Old French word "surpasser," which is a combination of "sur" meaning "beyond" or "above" and "passer" meaning "to pass"
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to convey the idea of exceeding or going beyond something
Synonyms
Definitions
- to exceed or go beyond something in amount, degree, or intensity
- * to be or do something better than someone or something else
- * to outrun, outstrip, or outdo someone or something
Usage Examples
- The new smartphone surpasses its competitors in terms of processing power and memory
- * Her exceptional skills surpass those of her colleagues, making her a top candidate for the promotion
- * The company's profits have surpassed expectations, leading to a significant increase in stock prices
Antonyms
fall short
fail
lose
lag
trail
follow
equal
match
tie
rival
emulate
mimic
copy
duplicate
repeat
equalize
balance
match
parallel
correspond