verb

outlast

owt-LAHST

Outlast (verb) means to last or continue existing longer than someone or something else. Example: “The old oak table has outlasted three generations of owners.”

verb

To last or continue existing longer than someone or something else.

"The old oak table has outlasted three generations of owners."

"Her determination helped her outlast every other competitor."

How to use outlast

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo survive or continue for longer than someone or something else.

Common pairings

outlast the competition outlast a storm

Word forms

outlasted past tense, outlasts singular

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Etymology

Built from "out-" plus "last."

Synonyms

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survive outlive

Related words

last live die survive cope endure vitality outlive

Frequently asked questions

What does “outlast” mean?

The word “outlast” means to last or continue existing longer than someone or something else. In plain terms, to survive or continue for longer than someone or something else.

How do you pronounce “outlast”?

“Outlast” is pronounced owt-LAHST (/ˌaʊtˈlæst/ in IPA).

How do you use “outlast” in a sentence?

Here is “outlast” used in a sentence: “The old oak table has outlasted three generations of owners.”

What part of speech is “outlast”?

“Outlast” is a verb.

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