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surpass vs shame

shame vs surpass

surpass is not a noun while shame is a noun.

surpass and shame both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
surpass No No Yes No
shame Yes No Yes No
As verbs, shame is a hyponym of surpass; that is, shame is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than surpass:
  • surpass: be or do something to a greater degree
  • shame: surpass or beat by a wide margin
surpass (noun) shame (noun)
an unfortunate development
a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt
a state of dishonor
surpass (verb) shame (verb)
be or do something to a greater degree surpass or beat by a wide margin
move past cause to be ashamed
distinguish oneself bring shame or dishonor upon
be greater in scope or size than some standard compel through a sense of shame
Difference between surpass and shame

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