surpass

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Surpass' refers to achieving more than something or someone else. It's not just beating, but outperforming, like when a new product sells more than the old one.

Examples in Different Contexts

In environmental conservation, new methods aim to 'surpass' traditional practices. An environmental scientist might observe, 'These sustainable farming techniques surpass conventional methods in preserving soil health and enhancing biodiversity.'

Practice Scenarios

Tech

Scenario:

The latest software update has led to increased user engagement and a significant decrease in bug reports.

Response:

Absolutely, the developer team's effort is visible in the improved user engagement. We managed to surpass our initial goal for the update.

Impact

Scenario:

The results from our tree planting campaign were outstanding. The level of community support we received was unbelievable.

Response:

The community involvement was indeed amazing. The participation quite literally surpassed any goals we had for our campaign.