Synonyms

outweigh

American

[out-wey] / ˌaʊtˈweɪ /

verb (used with object)

to exceed in value, importance, influence, etc..

The advantages of the plan outweighed its defects.

Synonyms:

override, eclipse, overshadow, surpass
to exceed in weight.

The champion will probably outweigh his opponent.
to be too heavy or burdensome for.

Collapse may follow if the load outweighs its supports.

outweigh British

/ ˌaʊtˈweɪ /

verb

to prevail over; overcome

his desire outweighed his discretion
to be more important or significant than
to be heavier than

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Etymology

Origin of outweigh

First recorded in 1590–1600; out- + weigh ¹

Example Sentences

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It’s a clever workaround and it would be technically feasible, but you are correct in that the opportunity cost and potential capital-gains taxes from liquidating other assets probably outweigh those tax savings.

From MarketWatch

Speaking on BBC Radio Berkshire's hotseat, Rankin said the economic benefits for Berkshire from the airport expansion were outweighed by the downsides for the county.

From BBC

“The benefits of scale across categories no longer outweigh the drawbacks of complexity,” wrote Bernstein analyst Callum Elliott in a note to clients Friday.

From The Wall Street Journal

The financial power of the Premier League significantly outweighs other leagues and that, in theory, means better squad depth to be able to compete on all fronts.

From BBC

But the joy of having her back outweighed my anxiety.

From Literature

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