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Definition of exceeding - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
surpassing normalDated going beyond what is usual or expectedDated
- His exceeding kindness was noted by all.
2.
intensityDated very great or exceptional in degreeDated
- The exceeding joy was evident in her smile.
Adverb
intensityto a very great degree or extent
- The task was exceeding difficult for everyone.
Noun
quantityDated state where amount is more than allowed or neededDated
- The exceeding of the speed limit led to a fine.
Origin of exceeding
Latin, excedere (to go beyond)
Terms with exceeding included in their meaning
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excessive size
exceeding the desired or necessary size
maximum limit
not exceeding a specified amount or degree
exceeding boundaries
going further than allowed or expected
excessive
exceeding what is necessary or required
exceeding limit
in a way that goes past a set maximum
exceeding amount
having more than the allowed or legal amount
limits
exceeding acceptable limits or boundaries
extra effort
effort exceeding the maximum possible
exceeding requirements
doing more than what is needed or expected
too much
exceeding one's ability or strength
exceeding limits
in a way that exceeds anticipated limits
travel
luggage exceeding size or weight limits, requiring extra fees
travel
luggage exceeding the free weight or piece limit
beyond limits
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
excess style
exceeding normal limits, especially with showy richness
measurement
exceeding expectations or limits
superiority
exceeding in importance or quality
inappropriate
exceeding acceptable boundaries or limits
electricity
electrical load exceeding capacity
excess
instance of exceeding a limit or boundary
exceeding
go beyond a limit or standard
ability
possible to do without exceeding abilities
exceeding power
in a way that exceeds allowed power or rights
exceeding expectations
perform beyond one's expected capacity or capability
Examples of exceeding in a sentence
The project was completed with exceeding care. His exceeding talent was recognized by everyone. The exceeding beauty of the landscape was breathtaking. The weather was exceeding cold during the winter months. Her performance was exceeding impressive, earning her a standing ovation. The exceeding of the budget forced the committee to cut the final phase.
Any exceeding of the room’s capacity will trigger an automatic safety alarm.
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- French:exceptionnel, extrêmement, ...
- German:außergewöhnlich, äußerst, ...
- Italian:straordinario, estremamente, ...
- Spanish:excesivo, sumamente, ...
- Portuguese:excessivo, extremamente, ...
- Chinese:过分的, 极其, ...
- Japanese:並外れた, 非常に, ...
- Arabic:متجاوز, جِدًّا, ...
- Hebrew:חֲרִיג, מְאֹד, ...
- Russian:чрезмерный, чрезвычайно, ...
- Ukrainian:надмірний, надзвичайно, ...
- Hindi:अत्यधिक, बेहद, ...
Definition of exceed - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
measurementgo beyond some limit or rule
- He exceeded the speed limit on the highway.
2.
comparisonbe greater in degree or quantity
- The demand exceeded the supply.
3.
qualityRare be better than somethingRare
- Her performance exceeded all expectations.
Expressions with exceed
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go beyond acceptable limits or boundaries
His behavior exceeded all bounds at the party.
to go beyond what is required or expected
Her presentation exceeded expectations and impressed the entire board.
make decisions outside one's power
She exceeded her authority by signing the contract without consulting her boss.
be much better or more successful than anyone thought possible
The new product sales exceed all expectations this quarter.
act beyond the legal power or authority
The officer exceeded his jurisdiction by making the arrest outside his assigned area.
Origin of exceed
Latin, excedere (to go out) + ex (out) + cedere (to go)
Examples of exceed in a sentence
She exceeded expectations with her outstanding performance. His performance exceeded expectations. The cost exceeded our budget. The new model exceeds the previous one in efficiency. His skills exceed those of his peers.
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- French:dépasser, excéder, ...
- German:überschreiten, übersteigen, ...
- Italian:superare, ...
- Spanish:exceder, superar, ...
- Portuguese:ultrapassar, ...
- Chinese:超出, 胜过, ...
- Japanese:超える, 上回る, ...
- Arabic:تَجَاوَزَ, فاق, ...
- Hebrew:לַחֲרוֹג, לַעֲלוֹת, ...
- Russian:превышать, превысить, ...
- Ukrainian:перевищити, перевищувати, ...
- Hindi:सीमा लाँघना, से अधिक होना, ...
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