Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to get the better of someone
idiom
/tə ˈɡɛt ðə ˈbɛtər əv ˈsʌmwʌn/
Definition
To gain an advantage over someone in a conflict or competition.
Examples
- In the debate, she was determined to get the better of her opponent.
- Despite his friendly demeanor, he always seemed to get the better of the negotiations.
- During the chess match, her strategy allowed her to get the better of him early in the game.
Meaning
This phrase means to outsmart, outmaneuver, or prevail over another person, often in a way that shows skill or cleverness.
Synonyms
- outsmart
- overcome
- defeat
- outmaneuver
