<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>(used with object) To exceed in value, importance, influence, etc.<ul><li>Example: "The advantages of the plan outweighed its defects."</li></ul></li><li>Synonyms: override, eclipse, overshadow, surpass.</li><li>To exceed in weight.<ul><li>Example: "The champion will probably outweigh his opponent."</li></ul></li><li>To be too heavy or burdensome for.<ul><li>Example: "Collapse may follow if the load outweighs its supports."</li></ul></li></ul>