outperformance
|out/per/for/mance|
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/ˌaʊtpərˈfɔːrməns/
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/ˌaʊtpəˈfɔːməns/
(outperform)
perform better
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outperformance' originates from the verb 'outperform', which combines 'out-' meaning 'beyond' and 'perform' meaning 'to carry out an action'.
Historical Evolution
'outperform' changed from the combination of 'out-' and 'perform' in English, eventually forming the noun 'outperformance'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to perform beyond expectations', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or instance of performing better than others.
The company's outperformance in the market was remarkable.
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Last updated: 2025/02/28 13:51