outclass

verb

out·​class ˌau̇t-ˈklas How to pronounce outclass (audio)
outclassed; outclassing; outclasses

transitive verb

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

Examples of outclass in a Sentence

The new model outclasses all past models. She outclassed everyone else in the dance competition.
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At 331 cubic inches and 180 horsepower, the engine brought significant thrust to Chrysler's mainstream offerings, outclassing most of its competition. Liam Rappleye, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025 Mercedes' affordable coupe outclasses many of its rivals in terms of style, standard tech, and ride quality. Charles Singh, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Oct. 2025 At 331 cubic inches and 180 horsepower, the engine brought significant thrust to Chrysler's mainstream offerings, outclassing most of its competition. Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 3 Oct. 2025 The Patriots’ defense started to outclass Young and the Panthers’ offense once New England built an 8-point lead in the first half. Mike Kaye september 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outclass

Word History

First Known Use

1870, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outclass was in 1870

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“Outclass.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outclass. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

outclass

verb
out·​class (ˈ)au̇t-ˈklas How to pronounce outclass (audio)
: to do or be so much better than as to appear of a higher class
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