outweigh
[ out-wey ]
/ ˌaʊtˈweɪ /
verb (used with object)
to exceed in value, importance, influence, etc.: The advantages of the plan outweighed its defects.
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.
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outweigh
/ (ˌaʊtˈweɪ) /
verb (tr)
to prevail over; overcomehis desire outweighed his discretion
to be more important or significant than
to be heavier than
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