Outdebate: meaning, definitions and examples

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outdebate

[aʊtˈdɪbeɪt ]

Definition

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

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

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

The prefix 'out-' often means to exceed or surpass, while 'debate' comes from the Latin 'batere', meaning to beat or strike.
'Debate' has roots in Old French and has been used in English since the 14th century, evolving in meaning over time.
The combination 'outdebate' emerged in the late 19th century, reflecting the growing importance of formal discussions and competitions.

Competitive debates have inspired popular formats in media, such as reality shows like 'Survivor' where contestants often outdebate each other for votes.
Famous political debates in history often highlight aspects of outdebating, leading to shifts in public opinion and electoral results.
In movies, characters frequently outdebate each other in courtroom dramas, showcasing the power of eloquent speech.

Debate clubs in schools help students develop critical thinking and improve their ability to outdebate with research-backed arguments.
Teaching the art of debate emphasizes clear communication, organization, and persuasive speaking, skills crucial for many professions.
Some universities host national championship debates, where students aim to outdebate each other for prestige and scholarship opportunities.

Outdebating someone can boost self-esteem and public speaking skills, fostering personal confidence.
Studies show that people often remember arguments that were compellingly outdebated, influencing their future beliefs.
The ability to outdebate can enhance social skills, creating a stronger sense of community through effective dialogue.

Throughout history, renowned figures like Socrates used debate as a method to outdebate their peers, laying the groundwork for Western philosophy.
In ancient Rome, public debating was essential for political leaders to outdebate their critics, shaping the governance of the republic.
The Lincoln-Douglas debates of 1858 remain a key example of how political figures could outdebate each other on complex social issues.

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