Outdo: meaning, definitions and examples

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outdo

[ aʊtˈduː ]

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competition

To do better than someone else in a competition or contest, especially by achieving a greater level of success or by performing at a higher standard.

Synonyms

exceed, outclass, outperform, outshine, surpass

Examples of usage

She always manages to outdo her competitors with her innovative ideas.
The team worked hard to outdo their previous performance and set a new record.

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achievement

To surpass or exceed something in achievement or success.

Synonyms

beat, exceed, outshine, outstrip, surpass

Examples of usage

His latest film has outdone all his previous work in terms of critical acclaim.
The company's profits this year have outdone all expectations.

Translations

Translations of the word "outdo" in other languages:

🇵🇹 superar

🇮🇳 से बेहतर करना

🇩🇪 übertreffen

🇮🇩 mengungguli

🇺🇦 перевершити

🇵🇱 przewyższać

🇯🇵 しのぐ (shinogu)

🇫🇷 surpasser

🇪🇸 superar

🇹🇷 aşmak

🇰🇷 능가하다 (neunggahada)

🇸🇦 تفوّق

🇨🇿 překonat

🇸🇰 prekonať

🇨🇳 超过 (chāoguò)

🇸🇮 preseči

🇮🇸 skara fram úr

🇰🇿 асып түсу

🇬🇪 გადაუსვლელად

🇦🇿 üstələmək

🇲🇽 superar

Word origin

The word 'outdo' originated in the late 16th century, formed by combining 'out' and 'do'. It has been used in English to describe the act of surpassing or exceeding others in competition or achievement. The concept of outdoing others has been a common theme in human history, reflecting the drive for success and excellence.

See also: do, doable, dose, outdoable, overdo, overdoing, redo, undo, undoable.