Synonyms for

Outsmart

Verb / ˈaʊˌtsmɑ:rt / Another word for outsmart — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to defeat or gain an advantage over someone by being more clever or cunning

Synonyms & similar words

outfox circumvent overreach outwit outmanoeuvre beat outmaneuver outwit outthink outmaneuver outfox outdo outperform outplay outclass outdistance outshine surpass exceed beat trump best top overcome prevail conquer subdue

Example sentences

  1. The clever rabbit outsmarted the sly fox and saved his life.
  2. I had to use my wits to outsmart the tricky puzzle.
  3. She was able to outsmart her opponent in the debate by anticipating his arguments.
  4. The cat tried to outsmart the mouse, but the mouse was too quick for her.
  5. He was determined to outsmart his competitor in the race and trained hard every day.

Quotes

  • "It's not always the people who start out the smartest who end up the smartest." - Adam Grant
  • "The best way to outsmart a problem is to make it irrelevant." - Aniekee Tochukwu Ezekiel
  • "The first step to outsmarting yourself is to acknowledge that you're not naturally smarter than anyone else." - Shane Parrish

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