Synonyms for Exceed
Definition of exceed
verb
- be greater in scope or size than some standard; "Their loyalty exceeds their national bonds"
- be superior or better than some standard; "She exceeded our expectations"; "She topped her performance of last year"
- be or do something to a greater degree; "her performance surpasses that of any other student I know"; "She outdoes all other athletes"; "This exceeds all my expectations"; "This car outperforms all others in its class"
10 synonyms found
Writing tips for "exceed"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like outdo, outgo, outmatch can replace "exceed" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 10 alternatives available, "exceed" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Exceed" in song lyrics
See how exceed is used in real songs:
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"A level that you can't exceed"
Hieroglyphics — See Delight -
"When the loop speed doesn't exceed 90"
Illogic f/ Blueprint — Favorite Things -
"I found, or thought I found, you did exceed"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet LXXXIII