outclass
Americanverb (used with object)
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to surpass in excellence or quality, especially by a wide margin; be superior.
He far outclasses the other runners in the race.
verb
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to surpass in class, quality, etc
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to defeat easily
Etymology
Origin of outclass
Example Sentences
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Volkanovski continued to outclass Lopes until being rocked by a straight right at the end of the second round.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2025
These quantum technologies draw on quantum physics to process information in ways that outclass their traditional counterparts and are expected to improve areas as varied as medicine, finance and communication.
From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2024
Trying to outclass schools such as Michigan, Ohio State and Penn State in addition to the likes of Oregon and USC will be, too.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 16, 2023
TAMPERE, Finland — The United States had to come from a goal down to outclass newcomer Hungary 7-1 for its second win at the ice hockey world championship on Sunday.
From Washington Times • May 14, 2023
Outclassed he might be in pace and skill, but no human soul could outclass Ginger in sheer fighting quality when his back was to the wall.
From The Sailor by Snaith, J. C.
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