exceed — to go beyond the limits of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to go beyond the limits of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪkˈsiːd/
Example Sentences
- My pizza consumption exceeded my roommate's expectations and his entire monthly budget.
- The project costs exceeded the original budget by 50%.
- Her performance exceeded all expectations at the talent show.
exceed
VERB[/ɪkˈsiːd/]
to go beyond the limits of something
The driver exceeded the speed limit and was stopped by police.
The driver exceeded the limit by driving at extra speed.
Exceed expectations, succeed through effort, and lead with confidence.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'excedere', composed of 'ex-' (out) and 'cedere' (to go or yield). The word entered English via Old French in the 14th century.
Breakdown
ex- (out) + cede (go, yield) = exceed
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My pizza consumption exceeded my roommate's expectations and his entire monthly budget.”
“The project costs exceeded the original budget by 50%.”
“Her performance exceeded all expectations at the talent show.”
“The number of likes on his cat video exceeded his followers by 10 times.”
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