exceed implies going beyond a limit set by authority or established by custom or by prior achievement.
exceed the speed limit
surpass suggests superiority in quality, merit, or skill.
the book surpassed our expectations
transcend implies a rising or extending notably above or beyond ordinary limits.
transcended the values of their culture
excel implies preeminence in achievement or quality and may suggest superiority to all others.
excels in mathematics
outdo applies to a bettering or exceeding what has been done before.
outdid herself this time
outstrip suggests surpassing in a race or competition.
outstripped other firms in sales
Example Sentences
The new hotel outstrips all other hotels in the area in size and luxury. The fullback outstripped the defenders and scored a touchdown.
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