outweigh
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for outweigh, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To be more important, significant, or valuable than something else.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use outweigh
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Frequently asked questions
What does “outweigh” mean?
The word “outweigh” means to be more important, significant, or valuable than something else. In plain terms, to matter more than, or weigh more than, something being compared to it.
How do you pronounce “outweigh”?
“Outweigh” is pronounced owt-WAY (/ˌaʊtˈweɪ/ in IPA).
How do you use “outweigh” in a sentence?
Here is “outweigh” used in a sentence: “The benefits of the treatment outweigh the risks.”
What part of speech is “outweigh”?
“Outweigh” is a verb.
Is “outweigh” a common word?
“Outweigh” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “outweigh” have?
“Outweigh” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to be more important, significant, or valuable than something else.