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Meaning of outweigh
The primary meaning of the word "outweigh" is to be more important or significant than something else.
Etymology of outweigh
The word "outweigh" comes from the Old English words "ūt" (out) and "wægan" (to weigh), and has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe the act of something having greater weight or importance than something else.
Synonyms
surpass
exceed
outweigh
outbalance
preponderate
dominate
prevail
outdo
outshine
overshadow
eclipse
transcend
excel
outclass
outmaneuver
outperform
outplay
outrank
outstrip
overbalance
overweigh
counterbalance
compensate
counterpoise
equalize
balance
offset
counteract
nullify
negate
undo
redress
Definitions
- To have greater weight or importance than something else
- * To be more significant or influential than something else
- * To counterbalance something with a greater weight or force
Usage Examples
- The benefits of the new policy outweigh the costs.
- * Her experience outweighs her lack of formal education.
- * The advantages of living in the city outweigh the disadvantages of high rent.