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outweigh Synonyms
Another word for outweigh
Choosing another word for outweigh depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To be greater, more significant, or more valuable than something else in importance, influence, or benefit.
Usage Example
"The long-term health benefits of regular exercise far outbalance the temporary discomfort of a workout."
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outbalance
Strong
preponderate
eclipse
overshadow
surpass
exceed
override
supersede
• verb (Context 2)
To be physically heavier than another person or object.
Usage Example
"The heavyweight contender outweighed his opponent by nearly twenty pounds at the official weigh-in."
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outbalance
overbalance
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Outweigh. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/outweigh