Outperform

Definition:

Outperform is a verb that means to do better than someone or something else in a particular task or competition. It implies exceeding the performance of others in the same domain.

Synonyms:

• Surpass
• Outstrip
• Outdo
• Outshine
• Overtake
• Exceed

Antonyms:

• Underperform
• Fall short
• Lag
• Fail to match

Examples:

• The student’s performance exceeded expectations, outperforming his classmates.
• The athlete’s time was a personal best, outperforming his previous record.
• The team’s victory was a testament to their hard work, outperforming their opponents.

Usage:

Outperform is typically used in formal or semi-formal language, particularly in competitive contexts or when comparing achievements. It is often used in phrases such as “outperform,” “outperformed,” or “outperforming.”

Additional Notes:

• Outperform can also be used figuratively to describe something that is superior in quality or performance.
• The word is derived from the Old English word “outperform.”
• Outperform is a transitive verb, meaning it requires an object to be acted upon.