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outlasted

 

[ aʊtˈlæstɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

surviving longer

To outlast someone or something means to survive longer than they do. This can refer to endurance in various contexts, including physical challenges, relationships, or situations. When one outlasts another, they demonstrate a capacity for perseverance and resilience. The term can also imply a sense of triumph or superiority, as it highlights the ability to withstand trials or difficulties over time.

Synonyms

endure, last longer, persist, survive

Examples of usage

  • She outlasted her competitors in the marathon.
  • The old tree has outlasted many storms.
  • He hoped to outlast the financial crisis.

Translations

Translations of the word "outlasted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sobreviveu

🇮🇳 सर्वाधिक लंबा खड़ा रहा

🇩🇪 überdauert

🇮🇩 bertahan lebih lama

🇺🇦 пережив

🇵🇱 przetrwał

🇯🇵 生き残った

🇫🇷 survécu

🇪🇸 sobrevivió

🇹🇷 üstün oldu

🇰🇷 버텼다

🇸🇦 تجاوز

🇨🇿 přežil

🇸🇰 prežil

🇨🇳 生存下来

🇸🇮 preživel

🇮🇸 lifði af

🇰🇿 тірі қалды

🇬🇪 გადარჩა

🇦🇿 sağ qaldı

🇲🇽 sobrevivió

Etymology

The term 'outlasted' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'out-' and the verb 'last.' The prefix 'out-' suggests surpassing or exceeding an expectation, while 'last' comes from the Old English 'lastian,' which means 'to continue in time.' Over centuries, the usage of 'last' evolved, and the concept of endurance became associated with it. The early 19th century saw the adaptation of 'outlast' in English, reflecting the notion of living longer or remaining in a state longer than another. This word has been used in various literary and historical contexts to convey the idea of survival and endurance, particularly in competitive scenarios, human relationships, and nature.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,718 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.