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verb (v)

• distinguish oneself(verb.stative)

  Example:
  She excelled in math.
  

  Synonym:
  stand out, surpass
  

  source: wordnet30
• To go beyond or surpass in good qualities or laudable deeds; to outdo or outgo, in a good sense.(verb)

  source: webster1913
• To surpass others in good qualities, laudable actions, or acquirements; to be distinguished by superiority; as, to excel in mathematics, or classics.(verb)

  source: webster1913