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How do you spell Exceed?

Correct spelling

exceed

Remember: ex-CEED, like the three -ceed words (exceed, proceed, succeed).

Why is exceed spelled this way?

Double E after the XC. This word means to go beyond, and it's one of three common English words ending in -CEED (along with proceed and succeed).

Common misspellings of exceed

excedeexeedexceadexced

Example

The temperature is expected to exceed 90 degrees this afternoon.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell exceed?+
The correct spelling is "exceed". Remember: ex-CEED, like the three -ceed words (exceed, proceed, succeed).
Is it excede or exceed?+
The correct spelling is "exceed", not "excede".

Other commonly misspelled words

decadence decadent decanter deceit

More spelling guides

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