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outdo vs shame

shame vs outdo

outdo is not a noun while shame is a noun.

outdo and shame both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
outdo No No Yes No
shame Yes No Yes No
As verbs, shame is a hyponym of outdo; that is, shame is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than outdo:
  • outdo: be or do something to a greater degree
  • shame: surpass or beat by a wide margin
outdo (noun) shame (noun)
an unfortunate development
a painful emotion resulting from an awareness of inadequacy or guilt
a state of dishonor
outdo (verb) shame (verb)
be or do something to a greater degree surpass or beat by a wide margin
get the better of cause to be ashamed
bring shame or dishonor upon
compel through a sense of shame
Difference between outdo and shame

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