surpass

/səpˈɑːs/

/sɝˈpæs/

to surpass

MAIN VERB

to exceed in quality, quantity, or achievement

synonyms : exceed

distinguish oneself

synonyms : excel

move past

synonyms : go by

be greater in scope or size than some standard

synonyms : exceed

Examples

1. The annual yield of the wheat fields surpassed expectations, resulting in a plentiful harvest.

2. The tech company's innovative product quickly surpassed its competitors and became the king of the hill in the industry.

3. The death toll surpassed 5 million people.

4. As the U.S. death toll surpasses 325,000.