Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To go beyond an expected or usual limit, amount, or number.
Exceed
/ɪkˈsiːd/Synonyms:
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Examples:
He had already exceeded his quota, but he ignored this.Their achievements consistently exceed expectations.Orders continue to exceed supply, causing delays.
Etymology:
The word exceed originates from the Latin word excedere, which means to depart or go beyond. It is composed of ex- (out) and cedere (go, yield).
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