outsmart

/ˈaʊtˌsmɑrt/

Definitions

1. verb

to deceive or trick someone by being cleverer or more cunning than they are

“The con artist was able to outsmart the detective and escape with the money.”

2. noun

the act of deceiving or tricking someone by being cleverer or more cunning than they are

“The police were investigating a case of outsmarting and theft.”

Synonyms

  • beats
  • outmaneuver
  • outwit

Antonyms

  • outdo
  • outperform