outclassed

VERB

surpass

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beat dominate eclipse excel outdistance outdo outmatch outpace outperform outplay outrun outshine

STRONG

best better cap exceed outrank outrival outstrip pass surmount top tower

WEAK

go beyond go one better improve upon outhussle put to shame rise above win the race

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fail lose surrender

STRONG

fall behind

Example Sentences

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At the Australian Open in 2025, he was outclassed in a merciless performance by Jannik Sinner that left Zverev saying he felt mentally "empty" a few months later.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

Painter had pulled up film and knew instantly what he was watching: a player who outclassed higher-rated prospects across the country, and outperformed his own size.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

He then outclassed former No. 1 Daniil Medvedev 6-4, 6-0, 6-3, a player he had upset in five sets as a qualifier in Melbourne a year earlier, to reach his first Grand Slam quarterfinal.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

I don't think this is an easy game for him after his side were outclassed in the north London derby.

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

It was the moment on the field when you realize that you’re completely, hopelessly outclassed.

From "Schooled" by Gordon Korman