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

Humanity fosters trust, connection, and brand loyalty, offering benefits that far outweigh AI's efficiency gains. — Nir Bashan, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

With six postseason spots per league rather than four, the net gains in playoff contention outweigh the dilution of the divisional races. — Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026

Where sodium-ion batteries could make the biggest impact Rather than competing directly with every lithium-ion battery, sodium-ion technology appears best suited to applications where cost and reliability outweigh maximum range. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 2 Aug. 2026

Over time, that vision eventually outweighed the appeal of holding onto an enviable mortgage rate. — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 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