Surpasses is a word that means "to exceed or go beyond." There are several synonyms for surpasses, including outstrip, outdo, excel, transcend, top, exceed, and outrun. Each of these synonyms conveys the concept of someone or something moving beyond the limits of what is expected or possible. Outstrip describes a situation where one person or thing overtakes another in a race or competition. Outdo implies doing something better than someone else. Excel refers to the act of achieving a high level of performance or quality. Transcend is used to describe a situation where someone or something moves beyond the limitations of an existing standard. Top and exceed convey a sense of going beyond what is expected, while outrun indicates someone moving faster or further than others.