Synonyms of outweighs

outweighs

verb

present tense third-person singular of outweigh

as in exceeds

to be greater in importance than

in most elections the state of the economy outweighs all other issues

Synonyms & Similar Words

• exceeds
• overshadows
• outranks
• overweighs
• means
• matters
• overbalances
• signifies
• dwarfs
• weighs
• transcends
• surpasses
• outstrips
• counts
• imports

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of outweighs

This generally happens when an insurer thinks the risk outweighs their profit potential, Kochenburger said. — Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 6 Aug. 2026

That being said, the good in this decision substantially outweighs the bad. — Arthur L. Kellermann, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

In The Shards, which the two adapted from Ellis’ 2023 novel, the synergy among their experiences outweighs but doesn’t erase the irreconcilability of their perspectives. — Judy Berman, Time, 5 Aug. 2026

The judge’s decision said that the district’s interest in efficiency outweighs Alzubi’s interest in speaking on matters of public concern. — Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

However, for someone at substantial cardiovascular risk, the reduction in heart attacks and strokes generally outweighs this small increase in diabetes risk. — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 27 July 2026

Tea can hydrate you, as its water content usually outweighs the caffeine’s diuretic effect. — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 20 July 2026

Disclosure of these records would therefore constitute an invasion of privacy that outweighs the public interest in disclosure. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2026

Tehran is focused on trying to control shipping through the strait, its key point of leverage and an issue which now arguably outweighs Iran’s nuclear program in importance for both sides. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 9 July 2026