OUTCLASS Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

outclass

verb

ˌau̇t-ˈklas

Definition of outclass

as in to surpass

to be greater, better, or stronger than a tennis player who outclassed the competition, breezing through the tournament without losing a set

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lose (to)

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Recent Examples of outclass Wales was far stronger than the all-local team that was thrashed 73-0 by South Africa last November in Cardiff, and still outclassed. — ABC News, 18 July 2026 But in the semifinals, England squandered a late 1-0 lead to Lionel Messi and Argentina, and France — a tournament favorite —was outclassed 2-0 by Spain. — Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026 Leader and follower Why would China, with prospects in space technology far outclassing those of Russia, seem so eager to partner with a lesser power in these kinds of programs? — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026 France’s midfield was smothered, outpassed and outclassed by Rodri, Fabian Ruiz and Dani Olmo. — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outclass

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That’s the fastest pace among the 70 large and midsized economies Goldman analyzed, surpassing even Japan during its most intense period of aging from 2000 to 2015.

— Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
Corporate travel buyers have noted that relationship-building activities are becoming the most valuable part of these retreats, surpassing traditional entertainment or giveaways.

— Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of surpass

Verb

India's quarterly economic growth has exceeded expectations several times over the past year, defying a bleak global trade environment, high energy prices and geopolitical uncertainties.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
Crews are assessing damage, but repairs may be delayed in areas with winds exceeding 35 mph.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of exceed

Verb

Then the attention economy takes over, unleashing too many athletes who speak freely to better themselves rather than a select few who speak bravely to better society.

— Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
Parton dedicated her life and career to bettering the world in so many ways, from her Dollywood theme park to her Imagination Library, which has promoted childhood literacy through delivering millions of books to children.

— Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 25 Aug. 2026

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