outguess

verb

out·​guess ˌau̇t-ˈges How to pronounce outguess (audio)
outguessed; outguessing; outguesses

transitive verb

: to anticipate the expectations, intentions, or actions of : outwit

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The Fed and the Markets both appear to be trying to outguess each other. George Calhoun, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2021

Word History

First Known Use

1867, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of outguess was in 1867

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“Outguess.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outguess. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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outguess

verb
out·​guess (ˈ)au̇t-ˈges How to pronounce outguess (audio)
: to correctly foresee the plans, actions, or activities of

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