Outwork/ˈaʊtwɜːrk/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Motivational Tone Often used to inspire enthusiasm for working hard, or when praising high effort. To achieve success, you'll need to outwork your past efforts. Pro Tip 2/3Competitive Edge Implies a relentless effort to be better than others in the same field. He knew to get the promotion, he had to outwork his colleagues. Pro Tip 3/3Not Just Quantity More about the quality and efficiency of work, not only working longer hours. Despite leaving earlier, she managed to outwork others with her focus.