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outspeak

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[out-speek] / ˌaʊtˈspik /

verb (used with object)

outspoke, outspoken, outspeaking

  1. to outdo or excel in speaking.

  2. to utter frankly or boldly.

    to outspeak one's grievances.

verb (used without object)

outspoke, outspoken, outspeaking

  1. to speak out.

    to outspeak in defense of one's beliefs.

Etymology

Origin of outspeak

First recorded in 1595–1605; out- + speak

Example Sentences

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He had always thought well of himself, but never destroyed the good of it by saying so; and whoever praised him had to do it again, to outspeak his modesty.

From Mary Anerley : a Yorkshire Tale by Blackmore, R. D. (Richard Doddridge)

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