What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
outpointing
Example
The basketball team outpointed their rivals in the final quarter. [outpointing: verb]
Example
She outpointed her opponent in the chess match, winning the game. [outpointed: past tense verb]
outscoring
Example
The soccer team outscored their opponents in the second half, winning the game. [outscored: past tense verb]
Example
He is confident that he can outscore his competitors in the upcoming math competition. [outscore: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Outscoring is more commonly used than outpointing in everyday language, especially in sports reporting and commentary.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between outpointing and outscoring?
Both outpointing and outscoring are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
