Definition

To receive a greater number of votes than someone else in an election or poll.

Example

In the last election, she outpolled her opponent by a significant amount.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear about the election results last night?

Yeah, I saw that she managed to outpoll her competitors significantly.

I didn’t think she would win by that much!

It’s impressive how she managed to connect with so many voters.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outpoll → It is formed from "out-" (meaning beyond or outside) and "poll" (from Old French *pol*, meaning head or top, and in this context, referring to voting). The word "outpoll" means to exceed in votes or to receive more votes than another candidate.

Memory Tip

Think of going 'beyond' ('out-') in votes, as 'poll' relates to counting heads or votes. This helps you remember that 'outpoll' means to receive more votes than someone else.

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