v.tr.
1. (often foll. by by an amount) be more or greater than (in number, extent, etc.).
2 go beyond or do more than is warranted by (a set limit, esp. of one's instructions or rights).
3 surpass, excel (a person or achievement).
Etymology: ME f. OF exceder f. L excedere (as EX-(1), cedere cess- go)