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Meaning of outdistance
to surpass or exceed someone or something in a particular activity or quality
Etymology of outdistance
The word "outdistance" originated in the mid-17th century, derived from the prefix "out-" meaning "beyond" or "further than", and the noun "distance", referring to the amount of space between two points
Historically, the word was used to describe physical distances, but its meaning has expanded to include figurative senses, such as surpassing someone in a competition or exceeding expectations
Synonyms
outdo
outstrip
outrun
outpace
outmaneuver
outclass
outperform
outshine
surpass
exceed
eclipse
transcend
overshadow
dominate
overtake
overhaul
leave behind
get ahead of
pull ahead of
forge ahead
speed past
zoom past
shoot ahead
rush past
hasten past
sprint past
dash past
race past
leave in the dust
lose in the distance
outspeed
outjump
outleap
outclimb
Definitions
- to be or become greater or more successful than someone or something else
- * to move or travel faster or further than someone or something else
Usage Examples
- The new employee managed to outdistance her colleagues in terms of sales performance within the first quarter
- * The runner outdistanced the competition, crossing the finish line with a significant lead
Antonyms
fall behind
lose ground
lag behind
drop back
slow down
slacken
decrease
decline
diminish
reduce
lessen
taper off
wind down
come up short
fail to keep up
get left behind
trail behind
bring up the rear
lose pace
lose speed
lose momentum