Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
outweigh the benefit
phrase
out-weigh thuh ben-ef-it
Definition
To have greater importance, significance, or value than the benefits that are offered.
Examples
In many cases, the risks of the investment outweigh the benefit of potential profit.
When considering the environmental impact, the costs may outweigh the benefit of economic growth.
For some, the stress of the job can outweigh the benefits of a high salary.
Meaning
When something outweighs the benefit, it indicates that the negative aspects or costs of a situation surpass the positive outcomes that could be gained.
Synonyms
- surpass the advantage
- outbalance the gain
- exceed the benefit
