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 Episode one brings together two masters of their domains who have become outsized cultural forces. — Thr Staff, HollywoodReporter, 3 Aug. 2026 Yet for many, July served as a lesson that the same forces capable of delivering outsized gains can also unravel swiftly. — Youkyung Lee, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026 But the seemingly outsize fanfare around these numbers makes more sense in light of the turmoil of the past few years. — Sophia Nguyen, The Atlantic, 2 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, the nation’s 100 HBCUs, which have historically played an outsized role in educating the nation’s Black doctors, lawyers, judges, engineers and teachers, have experienced a resurgence in popularity. — Asia Alexander, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 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
  • Its brightest stars form a large cross, often called the Northern Cross, with Deneb marking the top and colorful double-star Albireo the base.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The emergence of additional Chinese prototypes suggests that competition between the world’s two largest military powers is extending beyond current fifth-generation aircraft into the race for future air dominance.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of large
Adjective
  • Hundreds of thousands of property and business owners saw their assessed values raised by more than 15% either in 2023 or 2025, leading to inflated property tax bills that many have called unreasonable or unfair.
    — Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Still, the fandoms that are most likely to post emo lyrics or examine the most devastating lines could have a slightly inflated score.
    — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of inflated
Adjective
  • Pakistan must manage its sizeable Shiite population and its sensitive relationship with Tehran, while Turkey and Iran share concerns over Kurdish separatism despite competing elsewhere in the region.
    — Abbas Al Lawati, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The timing shook out nicely, considering Berg would go on to be tapped to succeed Don Garber as MLS’ next commissioner and has subsequently been tasked with unloading his sizable ownership stake in LAFC.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of sizable
Adjective
  • This pair gives you an even more exaggerated silhouette while looking elegant.
    — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Absolutely is still Abby, but an exaggerated, almost caricature of Abby, rather than a separate thing.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026
Definition of exaggerated
Adjective
  • But as a result, HOAs have considerable environmental policy power, affecting how entire neighborhoods use water, generate energy, provide wildlife habitat and respond to climate change.
    — Daniel Kramer, The Conversation, 3 Aug. 2026
  • There was a considerable and expected dropoff in practice attendance at Monday’s second session open to fans.
    — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of considerable
Adjective
  • Additionally, substantial outward investment by Japanese companies, as well as foreign earnings of these firms remaining overseas, continued to weigh on the yen, Tran added.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The city should declare a substantial tax-increment financing surplus.
    — Angel Gutierrez, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of substantial
Adjective
  • Think soothing sand-and-cream hues, sleek furnishings and oversized windows that make the sea feel like part of the décor.
    — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Style the actress’s same pair from Still Here with an oversized graphic T-shirt for an effortless off-duty take.
    — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Definition of oversize
Adjective
  • Do not let intensity make the conversation bigger than the actual issue.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The family hides from the beast, which looks like a mix between a Cthulhu, an octopus and a big, beefy guy.
    — William Earl, Variety, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of big

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“Outsize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/outsize. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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