surpass
UK: səˈpɑːs | US: sərˈpæs
vt. to exceed or go beyond in degree, amount, or quality
vt. to be superior to; outdo
vt. to transcend the limits of something
surpass = sur<over> + pass<go>
- sur<over>: From Latin super-, meaning "above" or "over."
- pass<go>: From Latin passus (step, pace), via Old French passer (to go, cross).
Etymology Origin:
The word "surpass" entered English in the late 16th century from French surpasser, which combined sur- (over) and passer (to pass). The Latin roots super- and passus reflect the idea of "going beyond" or "stepping over" a limit. This logical progression—from physical crossing to metaphorical superiority—captures the word’s evolution.
Her talent surpasses that of her peers.
The results surpassed our expectations.
No one can surpass his record in the competition.
The beauty of the landscape surpasses description.
Technology continues to surpass previous limitations.