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
1
To last or continue existing longer than someone or something else.
"Some think that classical music would outlast pop."
"The old oak table has outlasted three generations of owners."
"Her determination helped her outlast every other competitor."
"The tool outlasted its need."
How to use outlast
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo survive or continue for longer than someone or something else.
Common pairings
outlast the competition
outlast a storm
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- outlasts
- Past tense
- outlasted
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The old oak table has _____ three generations of owners.
Etymology
Built from "out-" plus "last."
Synonyms
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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.
