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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

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of outweigh was in 1534

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