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Meaning of Outwit
The primary meaning of the word "outwit" is to gain an advantage over someone by being more clever or cunning.
Definitions
- To defeat someone by being more clever or cunning, often in a way that is considered unfair or dishonest
- To overcome a problem or difficulty by using cleverness or cunning
- To gain an advantage over someone by being more clever or cunning, often in a way that is considered unfair or dishonest
Etymology of Outwit
The word "outwit" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with "out" meaning "to exceed" or "to surpass" and "wit" meaning "mind" or "intelligence"
The word has been used since the 14th century to describe the act of defeating someone by being more clever or cunning
Example Uses
- The detective was able to outwit the criminal by using a clever disguise and gathering evidence without being detected
- The company's marketing team was able to outwit their competitors by launching a surprise advertising campaign
- The chess player was able to outwit her opponent by using a complex strategy and making unexpected moves
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
fail
lose
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surrender
yield
submit
comply
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follow
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overestimate
miscalculate
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misunderstand
misinterpret
fail to see
overlook
neglect
ignore
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outmaneuvered
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