outweigh

verb

out·​weigh ˌau̇t-ˈwā 

outweighed; outweighing; outweighs

transitive verb

: to exceed in weight, value, or importance

the advantages outweigh the disadvantages

Synonyms of outweigh

• exceed
• overshadow
• overweigh
• mean
• overbalance

Examples of outweigh in a Sentence

She outweighs her sister by 10 pounds.

This issue outweighs all others in importance.

Recent Examples on the Web

Earnings per share serves as a crucial metric for evaluating corporate profitability, with some analysts noting that market focus on earnings per share far outweighs that on free cash flow. — CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026

And the benefits to both investors and national interests would far outweigh the lost capital. — Tom Moerenhout, Foreign Affairs, 4 Nov. 2026

Concerns lingered even though later studies showed the benefits of today’s hormone therapies outweigh the risks for many women. — Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026

Quarterback Devon Dampier is a risk taker, but the good often outweighs the bad. — Sports Columnist, Austin American Statesman, 2 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for outweigh

• airway
• allay
• archway
• array
• ashtray
• assez
• astray
• aue
• away
• ballet
• belay
• beltway

Kids Definition

outweigh

verb

out·​weigh -ˈwā 

: to be greater than in weight, value, or importance

the benefits outweigh the disadvantages