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Definition of outgun

outgun

/ˌaʊtˈɡʌn/
out · gun
Adjective:outgunned
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Past Simple:outgunned
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Past Participle:outgunned
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Present Participle:outgunning
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outgun Lexical Profile

outgun Game Scores & Validity

• verb

1

To surpass or defeat a competitor through superior resources, skill, influence, or capability.

Example

"The small startup was heavily outgunned by established industry giants with massive marketing budgets."

2

To have greater or superior firepower or weaponry than an opponent.

Example

"During the naval engagement, the light patrol vessels were easily outgunned by the heavy cruisers."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

Most commonly used in the passive voice ('be outgunned') to describe a person, team, or organization facing an opponent with superior resources, skill, or influence.

• Rhymes for outgun

• Nearby Words

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Outgun. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/outgun
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