surpass
/səˈpɑːs/ · /sɚˈpæs/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #6678 in the learning path
超过；胜过
Definitions
v. to be greater or better than someone or something
超过；胜过
Example
Your homemade cakes surpass anything sold at our local bakery.
你自制的蛋糕比我们附近面包店卖的任何蛋糕都好。
Demand for renewable energy may surpass current forecasts as governments introduce stronger measures to reduce carbon emissions.
随着各国政府采取更有力的减碳措施，可再生能源需求可能超过目前的预测。
Collocations
- surpass expectations
- surpass a record
- surpass previous levels
Synonyms
- exceed
- outdo
Usage tip
及物动词，直接接宾语，不加than。
FAQ
- What does surpass mean?
- to be greater or better than someone or something
- How is surpass pronounced?
- UK /səˈpɑːs/, US /sɚˈpæs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
