outweigh
Americanverb (used with object)
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to exceed in value, importance, influence, etc..
The advantages of the plan outweighed its defects.
- Synonyms:
- override, eclipse, overshadow, surpass
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to exceed in weight.
The champion will probably outweigh his opponent.
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to be too heavy or burdensome for.
Collapse may follow if the load outweighs its supports.
verb
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to prevail over; overcome
his desire outweighed his discretion
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to be more important or significant than
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to be heavier than
Etymology
Origin of outweigh
Example Sentences
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Planning officers recommended the festivals should be approved, concluding the events were time-limited and reversible and that the cultural, social and economic benefits outweighed what they assessed to be temporary impacts.
From BBC
Planning officers have recommended that councillors grant conditional planning permission, saying the cultural, social and economic benefits of the festival series carry significant weight and outweigh any potential heritage harm.
From BBC
For younger, lower-income or newly enrolled workers — particularly those saving at modest rates — the projected benefit may outweigh the cost.
From MarketWatch
“We think the strategic opportunities outweigh any of the downsides that might come with that.”
Fund managers say inflows still far outweigh redemption requests, reflecting pent-up demand from wealthy individuals, most of whom still don’t own much private-credit.
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