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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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


adverb

  1. obsolete.
    (intensifier)

    surpassing fair

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • surˈpassingly, adverb
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Other Words From

  • sur·passing·ly adverb
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Word History and Origins

Origin of surpassing1

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

Somehow Turner nailed that one second of surpassing natural force.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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