outgo

[out-goh]

noun

plural

outgoes 

1. the act or process of going out.

   Her illness occasioned a tremendous outgo of affectionate concern.

2. money paid out; expenditure.

   a record of income and outgo.

3. something that goes out; outflow.

   The outgo of electrical energy had to be increased.

verb (used with object)

outwent, outgone, outgoing. 

1. to go beyond; outdistance.

   to outgo the minimum rquirements.

2. to surpass, excel, or outdo.

   Each child was encouraged to outgo the others.

3. Archaic.,  to go faster than; excel in speed.

outgo

verb

1. (tr) to exceed or outstrip

noun

1. cost; outgoings; outlay

2. something that goes out; outflow

Word History and Origins

Origin of outgo¹

First recorded in 1520–30; out- + go ¹

Example Sentences

She is good with people, with an outgoing friendliness and sense of fun, which is why charities have previously wanted her as an ally.

From BBC

The announcement is expected to be confirmed in a speech in Istanbul by the outgoing MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore on Friday morning.

From BBC

He continued: “There’s such a gravity with Troy. In between takes, he’s the most fun, outgoing guy in the world. But when he was in character, he was absolutely terrifying.”

From Los Angeles Times

Astin received a key endorsement from outgoing president Drescher, who he says has been a “constant source of support and guidance” and said he was “eager to help protect her legacy.”

From Los Angeles Times

Allies of the outgoing ambassador still suggest it was probably the right decision considering what the PM knew last autumn.

From BBC

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