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单词 outwits
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outwit

verb

out·​wit ˌau̇t-ˈwit How to pronounce outwit (audio)
outwitted; outwitting

transitive verb

1
: to get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart
2
archaic : to surpass in wisdom

Synonyms

  • fox
  • outfox
  • outmaneuver
  • outslick
  • outsmart
  • outthink
  • overreach
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Example Sentences

The fox managed to outwit the hunter by hiding in a tree. They thought they had outwitted the new teacher.
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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1630, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

outwit

verb

out·​wit au̇t-ˈwit How to pronounce outwit (audio)
outwitted; outwitting
: outsmart

outwits

verb

present tense third-person singular of outwit
as in outsmarts
to get the better of through cleverness a plan to outwit their opponents at their own game

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • outsmarts
  • deceives
  • thwarts
  • defeats
  • outfoxes
  • outmaneuvers
  • overcomes
  • fools
  • overreaches
  • foxes
  • tricks
  • outthinks
  • outslicks
  • circumvents
  • frustrates
  • foils
  • balks
  • impedes
  • baffles
  • hinders
  • dupes
  • conquers
  • gulls
  • outguesses
  • licks
  • obstructs
  • cozens
  • second-guesses
  • blocks
  • bars
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