Exceed Or Excede – How To Spell The Word Correctly

26.07.24 Spelling mistakes Time to read: 2min

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Learning how to spell English words can pose challenges, particularly for individuals from diverse language backgrounds or those grappling with pronunciation difficulties. Among the most misspelled words is the word “exceed” with its spelling mistake “excede.” Nonetheless, this guide aims to offer the accurate spelling of this prevalent error, along with examples and responses to frequently asked questions regarding this matter.

The correct spelling of “exceed”

“Exceed” functions as a verb in English grammar. Its word forms include “exceeded” (past tense), “exceeding” (present participle), and “exceeds” (present tense, third-person singular). The correct spelling of “exceed” has only one form, and “excede” is a common misspelling.

“Exceed” means to go beyond a certain limit, boundary, or expectation. It also means to surpass or go above something in quantity, quality, size, degree, or extent. It originates from the Middle English word “exceden,” which is derived from the Old French word “exceder,” ultimately coming from the Latin word “excedere,” meaning “to go out, surpass.”

Correct spelling

exceed

Incorrect spelling

excede

“Exceed” is often misspelled as “excede” due to phonetic similarity and confusion between the two words. Additionally, English spelling rules can be complex, and the presence of the letter “e” before “d” in words like “precede” and “recede” might influence individuals to use a similar spelling for “exceed.”

Examples

  • The company’s profits exceeded expectations this quarter.
  • She exceeds the speed limit while driving on the main road.
  • The company is currently exceeding its sales targets.

FAQs

No, “excede” is not the correct spelling. “Exceed” is the only way to spell the verb correctly.

“Exceed” means to surpass or go beyond a certain limit or expectation.

“Exceed” is written correctly with two E’s after the C.

Yes, “surpass” and “exceed” are synonyms, both meaning to go beyond or surpass something in quantity, quality, or degree.

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