Definition

To run faster than someone or something else, especially in a race, or to achieve more than others by a large amount.

Example

She managed to outdistance all her rivals in the marathon.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how fast Tom ran in the last race?

Yeah, he really managed to outdistance everyone at the finish line!

I wonder what his secret is to training so hard.

I think it’s mostly his dedication; he always practices more than the rest of us.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outdistance → It is formed from "out-" (meaning beyond or outside) and "distance" (from Latin "distantia", meaning a state of being distant). The word "outdistance" means to go beyond a certain distance or to surpass in distance.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'beyond' ('out-') a certain 'distance' — that's why outdistance means to surpass in distance.

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