surpassing

[ ser-pas-ing, -pah-sing ]

adjective

1. of a large amount or high degree; exceeding, excelling, or extraordinary:

   structures of surpassing magnificence.

adverb

1. in a surpassing manner; extraordinarily.

surpassing

/ sɜːˈpɑːsɪŋ /

adjective

1. exceptional; extraordinary

adverb

1. obsolete.
   (intensifier)

   surpassing fair

Derived Forms

• surˈpassingly, adverb

Other Words From

• sur·passing·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of surpassing¹

First recorded in 1570–80; surpass + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Somehow Turner nailed that one second of surpassing natural force.

From The Daily Beast

By 2013, that figure rose to $61 million, surpassing Jameson Irish whiskey and Patron tequila.

From The Daily Beast

More than that, it was ultimate proof of a surpassing American technical achievement, the creation of the Jet Age.

From The Daily Beast

With 22 days left, Solar Roadways has already raised $1.64 million, easily surpassing its $1 million goal.

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And by Tuesday, it had raised more than $115,000, far surpassing its goal.

From The Daily Beast

Have I not a G of surpassing splendour, of a fruitiness rarely encountered in this vale of tears?

From Project Gutenberg

The machinery in it is said to be especially good, surpassing anything of the kind to be seen even in Europe.

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I am thankful and I marvel at the surpassing beneficence of the ever-blessed Trinity, who conferred on thee this privilege.

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It displays an affection equal to that of the dog, and a sympathy surpassing that of any other animal below man.

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Of course, it is needless to say that every one at court saw and was charmed with its surpassing beauty.

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Related Words

• exceeding