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exceed

Syllabification: (ex·ceed)

Pronunciation: /ikˈsēd/

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Definition of exceed

verb

[with object]

be greater in number or size than (a quantity, number, or other measurable thing):production costs have exceeded $60,000
go beyond what is allowed or stipulated by (a set limit, especially of one’s authority):the Tribunal’s decision clearly exceeds its powers under the statute
be better than; surpass:catalog sales have exceeded expectations

Derivatives

exceedance

Origin:

late Middle English (in the sense 'go over a boundary or specified point'): from Old French exceder, from Latin excedere, from ex- 'out' + cedere 'go'

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