Outdebate: meaning, definitions and examples

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outdebate

 

[ aʊtˈdɪbeɪt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

during a discussion

To outdebate someone means to defeat them in a debate by presenting more convincing arguments and reasoning.

Synonyms

outargue, outdiscuss, outreason.

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Word Description / Examples
outdebate

When someone has won a debate or discussion by presenting better arguments or speaking more persuasively.

  • In the school debate competition, Sarah managed to outdebate all her opponents and won first place
outargue

When someone has presented stronger arguments than another person in a disagreement or debate. Often emphasizes that the arguments themselves were superior.

  • Despite his calm demeanour, Joe managed to outargue his coworker on the proposed changes to the project plan
outreason

When someone uses logic and reasoning to overcome or convince another person in a discussion. Focuses on the rational aspect of the argument.

  • In the philosophy class, Maria always managed to outreason her classmates with her detailed logical explanations
outdiscuss

Rarely used and not a common term. Would imply having a more extensive or thorough discussion than someone else.

  • There are no common real-world examples for 'outdiscuss' as it's not a commonly used term

Examples of usage

  • He was able to outdebate his opponent by providing solid evidence to support his claims.
  • She always manages to outdebate her colleagues during meetings.

Translations

Translations of the word "outdebate" in other languages:

🇵🇹 debater

🇮🇳 बहस करना

🇩🇪 debattieren

🇮🇩 berdebat

🇺🇦 дискутувати

🇵🇱 dyskutować

🇯🇵 議論する (ぎろんする)

🇫🇷 débattre

🇪🇸 debatir

🇹🇷 tartışmak

🇰🇷 토론하다 (토론하다)

🇸🇦 يناقش

🇨🇿 diskutovat

🇸🇰 diskutovať

🇨🇳 辩论 (辩论)

🇸🇮 razpravljati

🇮🇸 rökkræða

🇰🇿 пікіріскену

🇬🇪 დებატება

🇦🇿 müzakirə etmək

🇲🇽 debatir

Etymology

The word 'outdebate' is a combination of 'out,' meaning surpass or exceed, and 'debate,' which has roots in Latin and Old French. The concept of debating has been a part of human communication for centuries, with formal debates being a common practice in various cultures. 'Outdebate' reflects the competitive nature of debates, where individuals strive to outperform their opponents through persuasive arguments and logical reasoning.

See also: debatable, debatably, debated, debating.