Associations to the word «Transcend»

Wiktionary

TRANSCEND, verb. (transitive) to pass beyond the limits of something.
TRANSCEND, verb. (transitive) to surpass, as in intensity or power; to excel.
TRANSCEND, verb. (obsolete) To climb; to mount.

Dictionary definition

TRANSCEND, verb. Be greater in scope or size than some standard; "Their loyalty exceeds their national bonds".
TRANSCEND, verb. Be superior or better than some standard; "She exceeded our expectations"; "She topped her performance of last year".

Wise words

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