outperforming
|out/per/form/ing|
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/ˌaʊtpərˈfɔːrmɪŋ/
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/ˌaʊtpəˈfɔːmɪŋ/
(outperform)
perform better
Etymology
Etymology Information
'outperform' originates from the prefix 'out-' meaning 'beyond' and the verb 'perform', meaning 'to carry out an action'.
Historical Evolution
'outperform' was formed by combining 'out-' with 'perform' in modern English.
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
Verb 1
present participle of 'outperform'.
The company is outperforming its competitors this quarter.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41