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

The validation can be a huge dopamine hit, which outweighs any negative consequences for the victim. —Melissa Willets, Parents, 3 Dec. 2025

Treatment can sometimes involve antiviral or immunomodulatory medications, if the benefits outweigh the risk of severe side effects. —Jackie Fortiér, NPR, 3 Dec. 2025

So, the value and the benefit of it is so far outweighs any possible issue. —Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 3 Dec. 2025

However, its use medically has gathered some concern, as while certain patients may experience benefits, some medical professionals have said that there is not enough research to determine if the positives outweigh any future negatives. —Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for outweigh

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

Kids Definition

outweigh

verb

out·​weigh -ˈwā 

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

the benefits outweigh the disadvantages