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outdrive Synonyms
Another word for outdrive
Choosing another word for outdrive depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A marine propulsion unit consisting of an inboard engine connected through the transom to an external, steerable propeller and gear assembly.
Usage Example
"The mechanic inspected the boat's sterndrive for signs of corrosion before launching it for the summer."
Strongest
sterndrive
• verb (Context 2)
To drive a vehicle faster, farther, or more skillfully than another driver.
Usage Example
"The veteran racer used the tight corners to outpace his younger competitors on the final lap."
Strong
outpace
outstrip
• verb (Context 3)
To drive a vehicle at night at a speed so high that the stopping distance exceeds the reach of the headlights.
Usage Example
"Driving too fast on an unlit country road makes it dangerously easy to overdrive your headlights."
Strong
overdrive
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Outdrive. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/outdrive