Dictionary Check: surpass

"surpass" is a valid word!

Scrabble 9 points
Words with Friends 11 points

Definition

verb

distinguish oneself

Example: "She excelled in math"
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verb

be or do something to a greater degree

Example: "her performance surpasses that of any other student I know"
verb

move past

Example: "A black limousine passed by when she looked out the window"
verb

be greater in scope or size than some standard

Example: "Their loyalty exceeds their national bonds"
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