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Meaning of surpassing
The primary meaning of "surpassing" is to be greater or better than something or someone else.
Etymology of surpassing
The word "surpassing" comes from the verb "surpass", which is derived from the Old French "surpasser", a combination of "sur" meaning "over" or "beyond" and "passer" meaning "to pass"
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something that exceeds or goes beyond the normal or expected level
Synonyms
exceeding
exceptional
outstanding
remarkable
extraordinary
brilliant
superb
excellent
exceptional
unparalleled
unmatched
unequaled
unprecedented
peerless
incomparable
supreme
preeminent
dominant
superior
transcendent
outstandingly
uniquely
exceptionally
extraordinarily
phenomenally
impressively
remarkably
extraordinarily
incomparably
supremely
preeminently
dominantly
superiorly
transcendingly
unsurpassed
unbeaten
unconquered
unmatched
unrivaled
unbeatable
Definitions
- Exceeding or going beyond the normal or expected level, especially in terms of quality, amount, or degree
- * To be greater or better than something or someone else, often in a way that is impressive or surprising
Usage Examples
- The fireworks display was surpassing anything I had ever seen before, filling the night sky with a kaleidoscope of colors and patterns
- * Her surpassing talent and dedication earned her a full scholarship to the prestigious music academy
- * The new smartphone's camera is surpassing all expectations, with crystal-clear images and advanced features
Antonyms
inferior
poor
mediocre
average
ordinary
unremarkable
unimpressive
uninspiring
lacking
deficient
inadequate
subpar
substandard
unsatisfactory
unexceptional
unoutstanding
unextraordinary
unbrilliant
unsuperb