exceed

/ɪkˈsiːd/verb

To go beyond a certain amount, level, or limit; to be greater than something.

Example sentences

“Ticket sales exceeded one million this year.”
“Drivers who exceed the speed limit face heavy fines.”

'Exceed expectations' and 'exceed the limit' are its home phrases. A related trap: 'exceedingly' means very, while 'excessively' means too much.

Related words

exchangeThe act of giving one thing and receiving another in return; a trade.exasperateTo annoy someone so much that their patience wears out; to make angry.excitedFull of eager energy and enthusiasm about something.examA short form of the verb examine: to look at something closely and carefully.exclaimTo shout or say something suddenly because of a strong feeling.exaltTo praise someone highly or treat them with great honor and respect.