Outclassing: meaning, definitions and examples
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outclassing
[ aʊtˌklæsɪŋ ]
competition terms
To outclass means to surpass or exceed others in terms of skill, ability, or quality. It is often used in contexts where one entity demonstrates superiority over another, typically in competitive situations. The term can apply to various fields, including sports, business, and academics. When someone outclasses another, they perform significantly better or are distinctly more competent.
Synonyms
excel, outperform, outshine, surpass
Examples of usage
- She outclassed her opponents in the championship.
- The new model outclasses its predecessor in every aspect.
- He consistently outclasses his peers in the classroom.
Translations
Translations of the word "outclassing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 superar
🇮🇳 श्रेष्ठता
🇩🇪 übertreffen
🇮🇩 mengungguli
🇺🇦 перевершення
🇵🇱 przewyższanie
🇯🇵 凌駕する
🇫🇷 dépasser
🇪🇸 superación
🇹🇷 üstün gelmek
🇰🇷 능가하다
🇸🇦 تجاوز
🇨🇿 převyšování
🇸🇰 prekonávanie
🇨🇳 超越
🇸🇮 preseganje
🇮🇸 yfirburða
🇰🇿 асып кету
🇬🇪 გადასვლა
🇦🇿 üstünlük
🇲🇽 sobresalir
Etymology
The word 'outclass' is formed from the prefix 'out-' and the noun 'class'. The prefix 'out-' originated from Old English 'ūta', which means 'out' or 'beyond'. 'Class' derives from Middle English 'classe', which is rooted in Latin 'classis', referring to a group or category based on shared characteristics. The term began to be used in the context of surpassing others in ability or performance in the late 19th century. As society evolved, 'outclassing' came to embody a sense of excellence, highlighting distinctions in performance that are not only notable but also significantly favor one party over another.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,556, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.