This two words have a similar sound to them but differ in spelling and meaning. Exceed means to be better or greater than some accepted standard. For example: while driving, we often exceed the speed limits for a given road.
Accede, on the other hand, means to give in or to agree. For example: One always accedes to the demands of one’s lover.
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