outclass

verb

out·​class ˌau̇t-ˈklas 

outclassed; outclassing; outclasses

transitive verb

: to excel or surpass so decisively as to be or appear to be of a higher class

Synonyms of outclass

• surpass
• exceed
• better
• eclipse
• top

Examples of outclass in a Sentence

The new model outclasses all past models.

She outclassed everyone else in the dance competition.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Heat were badly outclassed by Luka Doncic and the Lakers. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 3 Nov. 2026

One of the most important economic engines for Illinois and the rest of the Midwest is getting badly outclassed in global markets. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026

The Cowboys were outclassed and outmanned from the jump in a 23-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers that drops the team to 2-4 on the season. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026

This is one area where its competition clearly outclassed the AstroLab, but this should help close the gap. — Terrence O'Brien, The Verge, 6 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for outclass

• alas
• amass
• bromegrass
• bypass
• crabgrass
• crevasse
• eelgrass
• eyeglass
• groundmass
• harass
• impasse
• jackass

Kids Definition

outclass

verb

out·​class (ˈ)au̇t-ˈklas 

: to do or be so much better than as to appear of a higher class