Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
overweigh
verb
/oʊvərˈweɪ/
Definition
To be heavier than something else or to have greater importance.
Examples
- The benefits of the new policy may overweigh the potential drawbacks.
- When considering options, we should not overweigh personal feelings against professional responsibilities.
Meaning
The term ‘overweigh’ can refer to a physical weight but is often used in a metaphorical sense to indicate that one factor is more significant or influential than another.
Synonyms
- outweigh
- override
- surpass
- overshadow
