Synonyms of outwit

Antonyms of outwit

Collocations of outwit

outsmart
Frequency: 70 %

She always manages to outsmart her opponents in chess.

outmaneuver
Frequency: 60 %

The detective was able to outmaneuver the criminal and catch him red-handed.

outthink
Frequency: 50 %

He was able to outthink his opponents and come up with a winning strategy.

outplay
Frequency: 45 %

The champion tennis player consistently outplays his competitors.

Idiomatic Expressions for outwit

  • Phrase: outwit the devil
    Meaning: to overcome a difficult or dangerous situation through cleverness or cunning
    Usage: Despite facing numerous obstacles, he managed to outwit the devil and come out victorious in the end.