OUTSHINE Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

outshine

verb

ˌau̇t-ˈshīn

Definition of outshine

as in to surpass

to be greater, better, or stronger than the trumpeter outshines all of his fellow band members

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lose (to)

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Recent Examples of outshine What's more, astronomers believe tonight (July 14) may be the best time to spot the comet, as a new moon means our celestial neighbor won't outshine it in the night sky. — Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 14 July 2026 Having scored four of Spain’s five goals in the group stage, Oyarzabal has struggled to find the same opportunities to be decisive in the knockout rounds and Mikel Merino has outshone him from the bench. — Liam Twomey, New York Times, 13 July 2026 Trekking company Ian Taylor Trekking calls it one of the best treks in the world on the company blog, noting that the ruins, passes and camp moments often outshine the final destination. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026 That limits his position flexibility, which might make his roster spot difficult to hold onto if four other receivers outshine him. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outshine

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The runner-up finish marked Gogel’s best career result on the PGA Champions Tour, surpassing a pair of third-place finishes (2026 Dick’s Open; 2025 Constellation Furyk and Friends).

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 27 July 2026
In South Korea last year, the number of divorces among couples who had been married at least 30 years surpassed divorces among younger couples who were married less than five years – for the first time ever.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 26 July 2026

Definition of surpass

Verb

Shares have managed to hold in their longer, neutral range and now have eclipsed their 50-month moving average.

— Jay Woods, CNBC, 23 July 2026
Fortunately, a growing number of websites, apps and planning tools can help eclipse chasers and locals plan where to observe in advance of the rare celestial event.

— Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of eclipse

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As guests tuck in to homemade waffles topped with plump berries, the general manager talks about the history of the city’s oldest, continuously operating hotel — a landmark on the New River since 1936.

— Tracey Teo, AJC.com, 23 July 2026
Oil prices rose again Wednesday in the opening of Asian markets, topping more than $92 per barrel for benchmark crude after Iran attacked a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz.

— Jane Arraf, NPR, 22 July 2026

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