How Do You Spell OUTWILE?

Pronunciation: [a͡ʊtwˈa͡ɪl] (IPA)

The word "outwile" is pronounced /aʊtˈwaɪl/, with the stress on the first syllable "out". It is spelled with the prefix "out", meaning to defeat or surpass, and the verb "wile", meaning to deceive or trick. The letter combination "wi" is pronounced as a long "i" sound, while the final "e" is silent. Therefore, "outwile" is spelled with a "w" and not a "u" as it might be pronounced, and the final "e" is unnecessary for pronunciation but follows standard English spelling rules.

OUTWILE Meaning and Definition

  1. Outwile is a verb of English origin that refers to the act of outsmarting or surpassing someone through cunning or cleverness. It is a compound word formed by combining the prefix "out," which means to surpass or exceed, and "wile," which denotes the use of trickery or cunning to achieve one's goals.

    When someone outwiles another person, they employ their intelligence, wit, and strategic thinking to gain an advantage over them. This can involve various tactics such as deception, manipulation, or calculating maneuvers. Outwiling typically requires a deep understanding of the opponent's weaknesses and exploiting them to achieve personal gain or victory.

    The term is commonly used in competitive scenarios, both in personal and professional contexts. People may try to outwile their opponents in negotiations, debates, sports, or even daily interactions. It implies a mental game where one individual seeks to outsmart others by staying one step ahead and anticipating their moves.

    To outwile someone requires not only intellect but also skillful execution and adaptability. It involves thinking on one's feet, making quick decisions, and effectively countering the strategies of others. While the act of outwiling can be seen as a shrewd or sometimes controversial approach, it remains a tool employed by individuals seeking to gain an edge in various aspects of life.

Etymology of OUTWILE

The term "outwile" is a combination of two words: "out" and "wile".

"Out" comes from the Old English word "ūt", which means outside or beyond. It has also been influenced by Middle English "oute".

"Wile" comes from the Old English word "wīl", meaning trick or cunning. It derives from the Proto-Germanic word "wiljaną", which means "to want" or "to desire".

So, when combined, "outwile" essentially means to surpass or overcome through cunning or trickery, implying to outsmart someone or outwit them.

Conjugate verb Outwile

CONDITIONAL

I would outwile
you would outwile
he/she/it would outwile
we would outwile
they would outwile

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be outwiling
you would be outwiling
he/she/it would be outwiling
we would be outwiling
they would be outwiling

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have outwile
you would have outwile
he/she/it would have outwile
we would have outwile
they would have outwile

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been outwiling
you would have been outwiling
he/she/it would have been outwiling
we would have been outwiling
they would have been outwiling

FUTURE

I will outwile
you will outwile
he/she/it will outwile
we will outwile
they will outwile

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be outwiling
you will be outwiling
he/she/it will be outwiling
we will be outwiling
they will be outwiling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have outwiled
you will have outwiled
he/she/it will have outwiled
we will have outwiled
they will have outwiled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been outwiling
you will have been outwiling
he/she/it will have been outwiling
we will have been outwiling
they will have been outwiling

IMPERATIVE

you outwile
we let´s outwile

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to outwile

PAST

I outwiled
you outwiled
he/she/it outwiled
we outwiled
they outwiled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was outwiling
you were outwiling
he/she/it was outwiling
we were outwiling
they were outwiling

PAST PARTICIPLE

outwiled

PAST PERFECT

I had outwiled
you had outwiled
he/she/it had outwiled
we had outwiled
they had outwiled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been outwiling
you had been outwiling
he/she/it had been outwiling
we had been outwiling
they had been outwiling

PRESENT

I outwile
you outwile
he/she/it outwiles
we outwile
they outwile

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am outwiling
you are outwiling
he/she/it is outwiling
we are outwiling
they are outwiling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

outwiling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have outwiled
you have outwiled
he/she/it has outwiled
we have outwiled
they have outwiled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been outwiling
you have been outwiling
he/she/it has been outwiling
we have been outwiling
they have been outwiling