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outperforming

|out/per/form/ing|

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/ˌaʊtpərˈfɔːrmɪŋ/

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/ˌaʊtpəˈfɔːmɪŋ/

(outperform)

perform better

Base Form3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
outperformoutperformsoutperformedoutperformedoutperforming
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