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surpass

The correct spelling is surpass.

How to pronounce surpass

verb

IPA: /sɚˈpæs/

Say it like: Sur-pas-s

The correct spelling is surpass. To go beyond, especially in a metaphoric or technical manner; to exceed. For example: "The former problem student surpassed his instructor's expectations and scored top marks on his examination."

Usage Examples

The former problem student surpassed his instructor's expectations and scored top marks on his examination.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To go beyond, especially in a metaphoric or technical manner; to exceed.

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