Outshine Definition & Meaning

outshine
verb
  1. shine brighter than; "What star outshines the sun?"
  2. attract more attention and praise than others; "This film outshone all the others in quality"

"Outshine" in song lyrics

See how outshine is used in real songs:

  • "Let's do We Are the World, thats more heads for me to outshine"
    Extended Famm — Obligatory Posse Cut
  • "Any MC going against me, I'll outshine"
    King Just — Sign Language
  • "Suck up all the sunrays and then outshine"
    Lootpack f/ Kazi, God's Gift, Declaime, Oh No, Medaphoar — Episodes

Usage tips for "outshine"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "outshine" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for outshine to find words that pair well.

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