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单词 outweigh
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outweigh

verb

out·​weigh ˌau̇t-ˈwā How to pronounce outweigh (audio)
outweighed; outweighing; outweighs

transitive verb

: to exceed in weight, value, or importance
the advantages outweigh the disadvantages

Synonyms

  • outrank
  • overbalance
  • overshadow
  • overweigh
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Example Sentences

She outweighs her sister by 10 pounds. This issue outweighs all others in importance.
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Word History

First Known Use

1534, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

outweigh

verb

out·​weigh au̇t-ˈwā How to pronounce outweigh (audio)
outweighed; outweighing
: to be greater than in weight or importance The benefits outweigh the disadvantages.

outweigh

verb

as in to exceed
to be greater in importance than in most elections the state of the economy outweighs all other issues

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • exceed
  • overshadow
  • overweigh
  • overbalance
  • matter
  • mean
  • outrank
  • signify
  • weigh
  • dwarf
  • transcend
  • outstrip
  • surpass
  • import
  • count
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