verb

outbid

owt-BIHD

Outbid (verb) means to offer a higher amount than another bidder at an auction or in a competitive sale. Example: “A collector from Tokyo outbid everyone else for the painting.”

verb

To offer a higher amount than another bidder at an auction or in a competitive sale.

"A collector from Tokyo outbid everyone else for the painting."

How to use outbid

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo beat someone else by offering more money.

Common pairings

outbid a rival outbid on a house

Word forms

outbid past tense, outbidded past tense, outbidden past tense, outbids singular

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Etymology

From "out-" (surpassing) plus "bid."

Frequently asked questions

What does “outbid” mean?

The word “outbid” means to offer a higher amount than another bidder at an auction or in a competitive sale. In plain terms, to beat someone else by offering more money.

How do you pronounce “outbid”?

“Outbid” is pronounced owt-BIHD (/aʊtˈbɪd/ in IPA).

How do you use “outbid” in a sentence?

Here is “outbid” used in a sentence: “A collector from Tokyo outbid everyone else for the painting.”

What part of speech is “outbid”?

“Outbid” is a verb.