outsize

adjective

ˈau̇t-ˌsīz How to pronounce outsize (audio)
variants also outsized
Definition of outsizenext
1
as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind she likes to make dramatic appearances wearing her trademark outsize sunglasses

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2
as in inflated
extended beyond normal or realistic bounds I'm tired of having to deal with so many outsize egos at the office

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Recent Examples of outsize Cerulli, being a financial research firm, focuses its study on the total wealth being transferred, including the outsized share of fortunes being passed down by the ultra wealthy. — Robert Frank, CNBC, 17 July 2026 Small, highly motivated factions therefore wield outsized influence over who wins office. — J.c. Polanco, New York Daily News, 17 July 2026 In the past few weeks, several executives and VCs have voiced concerns that the AI labs are gaining outsized access to their customers’ most sensitive business data. — Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 16 July 2026 The platform functions like an outsized Criterion closet, not merely a set of promotional tools. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outsize
Recent Examples of Synonyms for outsize
  1. large
  2. inflated
  3. sizable
  4. exaggerated
  5. considerable
  6. substantial
  7. oversize
  8. big
Adjective
  • The answer is likely to come this week as the panel considers the world’s largest blackwater wetland, located in Georgia’s southeastern corner, as a World Heritage Site.
    — Adam Van Brimmer, AJC.com, 20 July 2026
  • Brent climbed nearly 16% last week, its largest weekly rise since April, and European benchmark natural gas prices saw their highest close since March, according to Deutsche Bank.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
Definition of large
Adjective
  • Bruneau moved in with her boyfriend and told her family that Larry Brown was pressuring her to sign fraudulent insurance documents with inflated repair costs, according to the affidavit.
    — Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
  • Negative Orkin Pest Control reviews complain about the company’s aggressive sales tactics and solicitation, services not working as advertised and some issues with inflated pricing.
    — Dan Simms, USA Today, 11 July 2026
Definition of inflated
Adjective
  • The program allows people who make sizable investments in a country to apply for citizenship.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
  • On the one hand, sales from China still make up a sizable chunk of its revenue.
    — Kai Nicol-Schwarz, CNBC, 17 July 2026
Definition of sizable
Adjective
  • Thoughtful details like exaggerated seat cushions and lofty back pillows make this compact sectional especially inviting for movie marathons or your latest streaming obsession.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 16 July 2026
  • Proof that the country our parents carried in their voices, their food, their music, and their sacrifices was never exaggerated.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Definition of exaggerated
Adjective
  • Her new position at the scene’s forefront came with considerable expectations, and her occasionally dazzling debut, Silence Is Loud, felt the weight of those demands.
    — Will Pritchard, Pitchfork, 20 July 2026
  • Skattebo’s recovery has therefore commanded considerable attention.
    — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026
Definition of considerable
Adjective
  • Key concerns for investors include the company's existing debt, the substantial proceeds already taken by private owners, and the concentrated control Blackstone will retain post-offering.
    — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • If the impact centres are on the same line, Babcock will need to find substantial wingers to play with Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the second unit, or Stan Bowman will need to find a second-line centre.
    — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 20 July 2026
Definition of substantial
Adjective
  • This chic, oversized suede bomber would fix my problem in an instant.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 18 July 2026
  • Take a page out of Witherspoon’s style book in these wide-leg jeans with similar oversized front pockets.
    — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Definition of oversize
Adjective
  • In addition to its ongoing pursuit of LeBron James, the Heat also would like to add another veteran shooter and another veteran big man but might begin the season with only 14 under contract.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
  • Flair then turned her attention to Cargill and hit a big boot, forcing the disqualification.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of big

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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 22 Jul. 2026.

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