Surpass Definition

surpass
verb
  1. distinguish oneself; "She excelled in math"
  2. 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"
  3. move past; "A black limousine passed by when she looked out the window"; "He passed his professor in the hall"; "One line of soldiers surpassed the other"
  4. be greater in scope or size than some standard; "Their loyalty exceeds their national bonds"

"Surpass" in song lyrics

See how surpass is used in real songs:

  • "So with God on your side, there's nothing you can't surpass"
    Jehovah's Boy — Let the Lord Use You
  • "That you cant surpass"
    Kardinal Offishal, Mastermind, Rah Digga — Lights Out
  • "Can't hang you ought to stop none could surpass"
    Lone Ninja — Storm Shadow

Words that rhyme with surpass

Usage tips for "surpass"

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