exceed (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈsiːd/

Definition

To go beyond a limit or boundary; to be greater than a specified amount or quantity.

Examples

• The project's cost will likely exceed the allocated budget.

• Her performance in the competition exceeded all expectations.

• Please do not exceed the number of guests specified on the invitation.

How to Use exceed

exceed expectations (collocation)

To perform much better than anticipated. — "Her performance on the exam exceeded all expectations."

exceed the limit (collocation)

To go beyond a maximum allowed amount, speed, or boundary. — "You must not exceed the speed limit of 60 km/h."

exceed the budget (collocation)

To spend more money than was allocated. — "The renovation project is in danger of exceeding the budget."

exceed the capacity (collocation)

To be more than the maximum number or amount that can be held or contained. — "The concert hall cannot exceed its capacity of 5,000 people."

Synonyms of exceed

Words with a similar meaning to exceed:

• surpass
• transcend
• outdo
• outperform

Antonyms of exceed

Words with the opposite meaning to exceed:

• fall short
• underperform

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