outpace

/ˈaʊtpeɪs/

Definitions

1. verb

to move faster than someone or something else; to surpass or leave behind in speed or progress.

“The new sports car outpaced the old model on the highway.”

2. noun

the act of moving faster than someone or something else; surpassing or leaving behind in speed or progress.

“The team’s outpace in the first quarter gave them a strong lead.”

Synonyms

  • outstrip
  • overtake
  • surpass

Antonyms

  • fall behind
  • lag behind
  • trail