Definitions

1. verb

to defeat or evade someone by cleverness or cunning

“She outwitted her opponent in the chess tournament.”

2. verb

to defeat or evade something, such as a problem or danger, by cleverness or cunning

“He outwitted the danger by taking a detour.”

3. noun

the act of defeating or evading someone or something by cleverness or cunning

“Outwitting her rival was a key part of her strategy.”

4. noun

a person or thing that has defeated or evaded someone or something by cleverness or cunning

“The outwitted thief managed to escape with the loot.”