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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 The respectable but not outsized viewership was coupled with the high cost for the lavish production, which filmed both color and black & white versions. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2026 The result—just the latest in a recent flurry of cases where a major technology company has bested American antitrust efforts—raises fresh questions about what will actually succeed in halting Big Tech’s outsized power and influence. — Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026 Conversely, Zumthor’s building—however outsize, expensive, and anomalous—hides in plain sight as a piece of urban engineering, stitching together and swallowing the horizontal city whole. — Katy Barkan, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026 Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights was built on an outsize reputation. — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 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
  • Granted, Pollard needs only 1,083 yards to achieve a career high, but the Titans would like to get Tyjae Spears more involved and the overall quality of this offense remains a large question mark.
    — Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
  • This can address key requirements of the world’s largest cruise vessels.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of large
Adjective
  • There are the Vamps, inflated shoes born of the puffy Y2K lineage of skate classics like Osirises or Etnies, taken to theatrical levels of bulbous.
    — Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
  • The visually inflated size of certain landmasses such as Greenland on the Mercator map may even have geopolitical implications.
    — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of inflated
Adjective
  • Anyone borrowing money to make a sizable purchase, such as a home, car or large appliance, will likely take a hit eventually.
    — Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 16 Sep. 2026
  • The nation’s blood centers have long relied on high school and university blood drives not only as a dependable and sizable donation source, but as an introduction to young people about the importance of donating.
    — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of sizable
Adjective
  • Andrew Tate, however, testified last week that much of the image was exaggerated entertainment and marketing.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Designers have been adding some edge and modernity to the style by designing pumps with an exaggerated pointed toe and lower-cut vamps that reveal more of the foot.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of exaggerated
Adjective
  • The creator may own the message, but the platform has considerable influence over its distribution.
    — Sergi Cerrato, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Even today, after significant changes to the tax code, earning income through a pass-through business can carry considerable tax advantages over earning it through other types of businesses — or as an employee.
    — Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 14 Sep. 2026
Definition of considerable
Adjective
  • Its physical design is paired with substantial onboard computing, with three Turing AI chips providing up to 2,250 TOPS of effective computing power.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Instead of carrying one sandwich or a small box, it is built to move substantial cargo between locations.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of substantial
Adjective
  • The lightly oversized fit and polished silhouette make this a workhorse in your wardrobe for various occasions.
    — Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Instead of tucking the arms of her sunglasses underneath the scarf, Hadid wore the oversized, burgundy shades right on top of her covered ears.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of oversize
Adjective
  • Moscow's bigger army is struggling to make headway on the battlefield.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Sep. 2026
  • Matt LaFleur needs to rally the troops to finish games stronger, hold onto big leads and finally get over the hump.
    — Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of big

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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 18 Sep. 2026.

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