outwit

/ˈaʊtwɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to defeat or deceive someone by cleverness or cunning; to outsmart

“She outwitted the scammer by not providing her financial information.”

2. noun

the act of defeating or deceiving someone by cleverness or cunning

“Her outwit of the thief impressed the police officer.”

Synonyms

  • outfox
  • outmaneuver
  • outsmart

Antonyms

  • outdo
  • outperform