What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
outsmarted
Example
The detective outsmarted the criminal and solved the case. [outsmarted: verb]
Example
She always outsmarted her opponents in chess. [outsmarted: past tense]
outmaneuver
Example
The army outmaneuvered the enemy and won the battle. [outmaneuver: verb]
Example
He was outmaneuvered by his opponent in the boxing match. [outmaneuvered: past tense]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Outsmarted is more commonly used in everyday language, while outmaneuver is more commonly used in professional or military contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between outsmarted and outmaneuver?
Both outsmarted and outmaneuver are formal words that are appropriate for use in professional or academic contexts.
