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

That reassured them that the benefits could outweigh the costs, even for much bigger graphs. — Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 26 June 2026

However, galaxies are so large that these black holes occupy only a small part, and they’re outweighed by gas, dust and stars. — Mary Ogborn, The Conversation, 25 June 2026

The general consensus is now that, for most people, the benefits of eating eggs outweigh potential risks from dietary cholesterol. — Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 25 June 2026

While declining oil prices could theoretically reduce inflation and put downward pressure on gold prices, other factors realistically outweigh this. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 29 June 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