surpass
15 synonyms and 1 antonym for surpass, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To do better than, or go beyond, someone or something.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use surpass
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
surpass expectations
surpass all previous records
Etymology
From Middle French surpasser, from sur- ("beyond") + passer ("to pass").
Full origin of surpass →Frequently asked questions
What does “surpass” mean?
The word “surpass” means to do better than, or go beyond, someone or something. In plain terms, to beat or exceed a level, standard, or expectation.
How do you pronounce “surpass”?
“Surpass” is pronounced suh-PAHS (/sɚˈpæs/ in IPA).
How do you use “surpass” in a sentence?
Here is “surpass” used in a sentence: “Her second novel surpassed the success of her first.”
What part of speech is “surpass”?
“Surpass” is a verb.
Where does the word “surpass” come from?
The word “surpass” comes from Middle French. From Middle French surpasser, from sur- ("beyond") + passer ("to pass").
Is “surpass” a common word?
“Surpass” is an uncommon word in modern English.
