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beyond
/bɪˈjɒnd/
farther than
The castle stood beyond the dark forest.
The castle was located farther than the dark forest.
general
farther than a specified point or limit
The journey took us beyond the mountains.
The journey continued farther than the mountains.
Often used to indicate a physical or metaphorical limit.
general
more than what is usual or expected
Her kindness went beyond what anyone expected.
Her kindness exceeded what anyone anticipated.
Used to describe an extent or degree that surpasses norms.
general
beyond one's control or understanding
The problem is beyond my comprehension.
The problem is too complex for me to understand.
Often used to express helplessness or inability to resolve a situation.
Collocations
beyond beliefso extreme or surprising that it is hard to believebeyond repairtoo damaged to be fixedbeyond reachtoo far to be accessed or achieved
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'beyond' to describe something that is farther or more extreme than a specified point.
Gold Rule
Grammar Rule
'Beyond' can be followed by a noun or a clause (e.g., 'beyond the horizon', 'beyond what we can imagine').
Word Origin
From Middle English 'beyonden', from Old English 'be yondan', from 'be-' (by) + 'yondan' (yonder).
Usage Notes
Can function as a preposition or adverb. Often used to indicate distance, extent, or limits.
Word Breakdown
be-
by or around
prefix-yond
yonder or distant
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