Synonyms

outperform

American

[out-per-fawrm] / ˌaʊt pərˈfɔrm /

verb (used with object)

to surpass in excellence of performance; do better than.

a new engine that outperforms the competition; a stock that outperformed all others.

outperform British

/ ˌaʊtpəˈfɔːm /

verb

to perform better than (someone or something)

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Etymology

Origin of outperform

First recorded in 1955–60; out- + perform

Example Sentences

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Here are some of the stocks and investments that rose above the turmoil to outperform the broader market at the start of the year:

From The Wall Street Journal

This capability could lead to breakthroughs in molecular computing and highly efficient optical devices that outperform current technologies.

From Science Daily

BCA Research analysts see Mexico’s stocks, peso and bond markets poised to outperform peers.

From Barron's

Other “asset-heavy” industries such as materials also outperformed, as investors scout for companies that would be tough for AI to disrupt.

From The Wall Street Journal

The ratio chart against the S&P 500 shows it has outperformed.

From Barron's

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