outshout

[ out-shout ]

verb (used with object)

1. to surpass (someone) in shouting; shout louder than.
2. to outdo in advocacy, as of one's position or point of view:

   He outshouted all critics of his scheme.

Word History and Origins

Origin of outshout¹

First recorded in 1655–65; out- + shout

Example Sentences

At public hearings, the critics of the project typically outshout the fans.

From Science News

The babble of voices, each one trying to outshout the other, made Daoud's head ache.

From Project Gutenberg

A babel of voices discussed the match of the afternoon, each trying to outshout the other.

From Project Gutenberg