Definition of TRANSCENDED (original) (raw)

: to rise above or go beyond the limits of

: to triumph over the negative or restrictive aspects of : overcome

: to be prior to, beyond, and above (the universe or material existence)

: to outstrip or outdo in some attribute, quality, or power

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Great leaders are expected to transcend the limitations of politics, especially during wartime and national crises. A great writer may transcend geographical boundaries to become internationally respected. And certain laws of human nature seem to transcend historical periods and hold true for all times and all places.

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surpass suggests superiority in quality, merit, or skill.

the book surpassed our expectations

transcend implies a rising or extending notably above or beyond ordinary limits.

transcended the values of their culture

excel implies preeminence in achievement or quality and may suggest superiority to all others.

outdo applies to a bettering or exceeding what has been done before.

outstrip suggests surpassing in a race or competition.

outstripped other firms in sales

Examples of transcend in a Sentence

music that transcends cultural boundaries She was able to transcend her own suffering and help others. Her concerns transcended local issues.

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Give us a peace about this decision to end our relationship that transcends worldly understanding. —Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 29 Jan. 2025 The Catholic Church challenges its faithful to transcend partisan allegiances and live out a radical, sacrificial faith. —Jonathan Granoff, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025 Among the key forces driving this revolution is artificial intelligence (AI), a technology that transcends industry boundaries and promises to redefine the very fabric of professional sports. —Priya Oberoi, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 Oscar honors seem to be reserved for movies that are considered to have transcended the genre (in itself a fairly subjective category) in some way. —Megan McCluskey, TIME, 23 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for transcend