To be superior; to excel — to be better than others in ability, quality, or performance.
彼の論文は内容が優れており、学会で高く評価された。
His paper was excellent in content and was highly regarded at the conference.
このソフトは使いやすさで他社製品より優れている。
This software is superior to competing products in ease of use.
彼女は集中力に優れているので、仕事が早い。
She excels in concentration, so her work is quick.