/owt'way"/ , v.t.
1. to exceed in value, importance, influence, etc.: The advantages of the plan outweighed its defects.
2. to exceed in weight: The champion will probably outweigh his opponent.
3. to be too heavy or burdensome for: Collapse may follow if the load outweighs its supports.
[ 1590-1600; OUT- + WEIGH ]
Syn. 1. surpass, overshadow, eclipse, override.