outpointed

Won on points

Outpointed is the past tense of outpoint, meaning to score more points than an opponent, especially in boxing or other judged competitions.

A fighter who outpoints another wins by decision rather than knockout: She outpointed her rival over twelve rounds.

The term extends to any context where someone gains a cumulative advantage: He outpointed his colleagues in the debate.

defeat

bested

Overcame in a contest

beatenHaving lost a contest
outdoneBeaten in performance
surpassedWent past or beyond

edged · overcome · vanquished · topped · bettered · eclipsed · outclassed · outmaneuvered · outperformed · outlasted

boxing

decision

Settled course of action

scorecardRecord of play
judgesLegal proceeding overseers
roundsAmmunition or bout divisions

bout · unanimous · split · fighter · opponent · ring · match · jab · hook · uppercut

scoring

tally

Recorded count

marginEdge of a page
advantageFavorable position or circumstance
leadDense metal, symbol Pb

points · cards · verdict · ranking · standing · count · differential · edge · spread · shutout

Opposites

competitive outcome

outpointedknocked out

Rendered unconscious by impact

KO'd · outscored · stopped · outboxed · dominated

Family

outpoint, outpoints, outpointing

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