exceeded

[ɪkˈsiːdɪd]

exceeded Definition

• 1. to go beyond the limits or expectations
• 2. to be greater than a particular number or amount

Using exceeded: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exceeded" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The company's profits have exceeded expectations this quarter.

• Example

  The number of attendees at the event exceeded 500.

• Example

  The noise level exceeded the legal limit.

exceeded Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for exceeded

• surpass
• transcend
• outstrip

Antonyms for exceeded

• fall short of
• fail to meet

Phrases with exceeded

• exceed one's authority

  to do something that is beyond one's power or responsibility

  Example

  He was fired for exceeding his authority and making decisions without consulting his superiors.

• exceed the speed limit

  to drive faster than the maximum speed allowed on a particular road

  Example

  He was fined for exceeding the speed limit on the highway.

• exceed expectations

  to perform better than what was anticipated or predicted

  Example

  The restaurant's food and service exceeded our expectations.

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Summary: exceeded in Brief

The verb 'exceeded' [ɪkˈsiːdɪd] means to go beyond limits or expectations, or to be greater than a particular number or amount. It can be used in various contexts such as business, events, and regulations. Examples include 'The company's profits have exceeded expectations this quarter.' and 'The noise level exceeded the legal limit.' 'Exceeded' can also be used in phrases like 'exceed one's authority,' 'exceed the speed limit,' and 'exceed expectations.'