👉 To surpass someone or something; to be better or do better than someone or something.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look, At the word “excel,” a clever book! The dictionary gives us a helpful clue, “To surpass someone, or see it through!” It means to rise above, you see, To be the best, for you and me. Like climbing mountains, reaching high, Or shining brightly in the sky! Think of a student, bright and keen, Getting top marks – that’s being seen To excel at their studies true, Doing better than all they do! It's not just winning, don't you know, But striving onward, watch your progress grow. So “excel” means to be truly grand, The very best in this land! Does that make sense to everyone here? Any questions?