1.
to excel, to surpass others, to stand out
To be superior to others in ability, skill, or quality. A literary and somewhat formal verb, often used in the form 秀でた (excelling, outstanding) as a modifier.
彼は数学に秀でている。
He excels in mathematics.
秀でた才能の持ち主だ。
She is a person of outstanding talent.
多くの応募者の中で、彼女の作品はひときわ秀でていた。
Among the many applicants, her work stood out remarkably.
USAGE:
An ichidan verb often used in the te-form 秀でている (excels, is outstanding) or as the prenominal modifier 秀でた (outstanding, excellent). Takes the particle に to indicate the field of excellence.
More literary than 優れる (to be superior), which is the more common everyday equivalent.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- ～に秀でる: to excel in...
- 秀でた才能: outstanding talent
- 秀でた能力: exceptional ability
- ひときわ秀でる: to stand out remarkably