outstare

[ out-stair ]

verb (used with object)

, out·stared, out·star·ing.

1. to outdo in staring; stare down.
2. to cause (someone) discomfort or embarrassment.

Word History and Origins

Origin of outstare¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; out- + stare

Example Sentences

We were less than a skiff's length apart, each trying to outpose and outstare the other.

From Project Gutenberg

Remembering their first encounter, the grocer tried to outstare him; but Gourlay hardened his glower, and the grocer blinked.

From Project Gutenberg

If you have the stoniest of British stares he will outstare you.

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