Definitions

1. verb

to go beyond the limits of; to exceed or surpass

“The musician’s talent allowed her to transcend her humble upbringing and become a star.”

2. noun

an act or instance of going beyond the limits of something

“Her transcendence of fear was inspiring to her fellow soldiers.”

3. noun

something that goes beyond the limits of something else

“The new technology was a transcendence of earlier communication methods.”

4. verb (transitive)

to rise above and remain superior to something

“The idea of democracy transcended the interests of the ruling class.”

5. verb (transitive)

to move from one place or condition to a higher or more advanced one

“The new policy will transcend the current bureaucratic procedures.”