OVERSIZED Synonyms: 127 Similar and Opposite Words

oversize

adjective

ˌō-vər-ˈsīz

variants or oversized

Definition of oversize next

as in large

of a size greater than average of its kind a softball is an oversize and less densely stuffed baseball

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Recent Examples of oversize The brand’s model — rotating weekly flavors, oversized cookies, a pink box designed for unboxing content — was built for social media virality. —

Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2026 The man who has played an oversized role in pushing a president who campaigned against costly foreign wars and chaotic regime changes to do both was brought back down to an undignified size. —

Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026 As if her loose jeans, sheer, oversized tank, and lacy bra didn't instantly guarantee cool-girl vibes, this new, significantly shorter hairstyle took it over the top. —

Marci Robin, Allure, 9 Mar. 2026 Sample bites from Cincinnati's restaurant scene Enjoy unlimited small plates and food samples, two drink tickets, a live DJ and oversized games. —

Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for oversize

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Employers pared back hiring last year to cope with Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves’ payroll tax rises and large increases in the minimum wage.

— Irina Anghel, Bloomberg, 9 Mar. 2026
The new report adds to a growing body of work that indicates climate change is having a quicker and larger impact on the planet than scientists have understood.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Mar. 2026