verb
outrank
owt-RANGK
Outrank (verb) means to hold a higher rank or position than someone else. Example: “A colonel outranks a captain.”
verb
1
To hold a higher rank or position than someone else.
"A colonel outranks a captain."
"In this company, seniority outranks job title when it comes to decisions."
How to use outrank
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo be higher up than someone else in rank or importance.
Common pairings
outrank someone
outranked by
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Word forms
- Third person singular
- outranks
- Past tense
- outranked
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Frequently asked questions
What does “outrank” mean?
The word “outrank” means to hold a higher rank or position than someone else. In plain terms, to be higher up than someone else in rank or importance.
How do you pronounce “outrank”?
“Outrank” is pronounced owt-RANGK (/aʊtˈɹæŋk/ in IPA).
How do you use “outrank” in a sentence?
Here is “outrank” used in a sentence: “A colonel outranks a captain.”
What is another word for “outrank”?
Words with a similar meaning to “outrank” include rank.
What part of speech is “outrank”?
“Outrank” is a verb.
