Synonyms

outperform

American

[out-per-fawrm] / ˌaʊt pərˈfɔrm /

verb (used with object)

to surpass in excellence of performance; do better than.

a new engine that outperforms the competition; a stock that outperformed all others.

outperform British

/ ˌaʊtpəˈfɔːm /

verb

to perform better than (someone or something)

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Etymology

Origin of outperform

First recorded in 1955–60; out- + perform

Example Sentences

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Emerging market stocks widely outperformed the U.S. in 2025 and, ahead of the Iran conflict, international equities were easily beating the U.S. this year.

From MarketWatch

While cryptocurrencies showed serenity, gold rose 30% since October, and software stocks outperformed Tuesday.

From Barron's

Consumer-staples stocks, known for their steady yields, have also outperformed this year.

From Barron's

What’s more, global stocks are doing even worse than the U.S. market, after outperforming their U.S. rivals all year.

From MarketWatch

Jefferies wrote Monday that metals and mining stocks should continue to outperform as the conflict creates supply chain risks and necessitating stockpiling of metals.

From Barron's

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