<p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to go beyond in quantity, degree, rate, etc.: to exceed the speed limit.</li><li>to go beyond the bounds or limits of: to exceed one's understanding.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>transcend, overstep</li><li>to surpass; be superior to; excel: Her performance exceeded all the others.</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>top, cap, beat, outstrip, outdo</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to be greater, as in quantity or degree.</li><li>to surpass others; excel or be superior.</li></ul>