Definition

To show more affection or flattery than someone else.

Example

She tried to outfawn her competitors to win the favor of the judges.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Do you think she tries to outfawn everyone at the party?

Definitely! It's like she's competing for everyone's attention.

I know, right? It's almost too much sometimes.

Yeah, a little sincerity goes a long way.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outfawn → It is formed from "out-" (meaning beyond or outside) and "fawn" (from Old English "fagnian", meaning to rejoice or show affection). The word "outfawn" means to show excessive affection or to flatter someone beyond what is usual or expected.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'beyond' ('out-') in showing 'affection' ('fawn') — that's why outfawn means to flatter someone excessively.

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