transcend
to rise above or go beyond; overpass; exceed: to transcend the limits of thought; kindness transcends courtesy.
to outdo or exceed in excellence, elevation, extent, degree, etc.; surpass; excel.
Theology. (of the Deity) to be above and independent of (the universe, time, etc.).
to be transcendent or superior; excel: His competitiveness made him want to transcend.
Origin of transcend
1Other words for transcend
Other words from transcend
- tran·scend·ing·ly, adverb
- un·tran·scend·ed, adjective
Words Nearby transcend
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How to use transcend in a sentence
Its appeal transcended demographic lines, luring listeners from their first look at the cover art.
Fifty years later, ‘Tapestry’s’ hope and optimism still resonates | Tanya Pearson | February 26, 2021 | Washington PostThere are some folks who think that I’m arguing that human brains are magical entities that transcend the laws of mechanics.
Literature Should Be Taught Like Science - Issue 97: Wonder | Kevin Berger | February 24, 2021 | NautilusSuch sentiments transcend nation-state boundaries and are producing the current, powerful anti-racism movement.
For generations, African Americans have led global antiracist movements | Brenda Plummer | February 18, 2021 | Washington PostThere are reasons for the long-term increase in financial fraud that transcend any particular administration.
A Crime Epidemic Has Cost Americans Billions. Why Aren't More People Paying Attention? | Ankush Khardori | January 27, 2021 | TimeThe next generation includes a massive coalition of childcare supporters who transcend political affiliation, race, gender, and income.
Millennials and Gen Zers need better childcare. Can either Biden or Trump deliver? | matthewheimer | August 29, 2020 | Fortune
Republicans have a rare opportunity to implement policies that are truly compassionate and transcend toxic identity politics.
"As Texans, the bonds we share transcend our differences," Abbott said.
So when they get the technique to transcend, this huge pressure gets released.
David Lynch on Transcendental Meditation, ‘Twin Peaks,’ and Collaborating With Kanye West | Marlow Stern | October 6, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThe work “symbolizes the human urge to transcend and progress.”
This Artist Reproduced van Gogh’s Ear…and It’s Alive! | Justin Jones | June 4, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThe creative solution is how we actually transform and transcend our limitations.
On Transhumanism and Why Technology Is Our Silicon Nervous System | Jason Silva | April 26, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTIs it possible for a human being to transcend so mighty a sacrifice, and all by the power of faith?
Beacon Lights of History, Volume II | John LordNor did this, if once the premises were granted, appear to transcend the real powers of mankind.
A System of Logic: Ratiocinative and Inductive | John Stuart MillThe more serious any interpretation is, the more necessary is it that manifestation transcend representation.
Browning and the Dramatic Monologue | S. S. CurryConditions must transcend both motions and attitudes, and attitudes must always predominate over motions.
Browning and the Dramatic Monologue | S. S. CurryTo palliate on such grounds is to believe in the irresponsibility of motives, which should transcend times and occasions.
British Dictionary definitions for transcend
/ (trænˈsɛnd) /
to go above or beyond (a limit, expectation, etc), as in degree or excellence
(tr) to be superior to
philosophy theol (esp of the Deity) to exist beyond (the material world)
Origin of transcend
1Derived forms of transcend
- transcendingly, adverb
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