outclass

American

[out-klas, -klahs] / ˌaʊtˈklæs, -ˈklɑs /

verb (used with object)

to surpass in excellence or quality, especially by a wide margin; be superior.

He far outclasses the other runners in the race.

outclass British

/ ˌaʊtˈklɑːs /

verb

to surpass in class, quality, etc
to defeat easily

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Etymology

Origin of outclass

First recorded in 1865–70; out- + class

Example Sentences

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Painter had pulled up film and knew instantly what he was watching: a player who outclassed higher-rated prospects across the country, and outperformed his own size.

From The Wall Street Journal

They outclassed another high-flying Championship side, Hull City, in round four and I think they will have too much quality for Wrexham.

From BBC

I don't think this is an easy game for him after his side were outclassed in the north London derby.

From BBC

Spurs were almost cruelly outclassed as Arsenal's advantage at the top of the table returned to five points, although Pep Guardiola's City have a game in hand.

From BBC

When the buzzer mercifully sounded, the box score made no bones about the fact the Trojans had been outworked and outclassed in almost every facet of the game.

From Los Angeles Times

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