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Meaning of outshine
to be more impressive or attractive than someone or something else
Etymology of outshine
The word "outshine" originated in the mid-16th century, derived from the prefix "out-" meaning "beyond" or "exceeding" and the verb "shine" meaning "to give out light" or "to be radiant"
Historically, the word was used to describe something that surpasses or eclipses something else in terms of brightness, beauty, or excellence
Synonyms
outdo
surpass
excel
eclipse
overshadow
dominate
tower above
predominate
preponderate
transcend
exceed
surpass
outclass
outperform
outstrip
outrun
outmaneuver
outplay
outwit
outrank
outpace
outdistance
overtop
overpass
overshadow
overawe
intimidate
dazzle
impress
astound
stun
amaze
bewilder
perplex
puzzle
confound
astonish
electrify
galvanize
mesmerize
hypnotize
captivate
enthrall
enchant
beguile
charm
fascinate
spellbind
dazzle
bedazzle
dazzle
blind
stupefy
Definitions
- to be more noticeable or attractive than someone or something else
- * to perform better or achieve more than someone or something else
Usage Examples
- The new employee's skills outshone those of her colleagues, earning her a promotion within a year
- * The fireworks display outshone the city lights, illuminating the night sky with vibrant colors
- * The lead singer's powerful voice outshone the rest of the band, bringing the audience to their feet
Antonyms
underperform
underachieve
fail
disappoint
fall short
lack
need
require
want
pale
fade
dwindle
diminish
decrease
lessen
recede
decline
plummet
sink
drop
slump
sag
flag
wane
ebb
subside
flattener
dampen
mute
dull
blunt
deaden