Synonyms for

Outnumber

Verb / aʊˈtnʌmbɜ: / Another word for outnumber — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Outnumber means to be greater in number than someone or something else.

Synonyms & similar words

surpass exceed overtake outstrip outdo eclipse outshine overwhelm surmount overpower dominate prevail trump overrun overwhelm overbalance overmatch overreach overrun overwhelm

Example sentences

  1. The blue team outnumbers the red team in players.
  2. There are more girls than boys in our class, so they outnumber us.
  3. The number of books in the library outnumbers the number of students.
  4. The ants outnumbered the picnic-goers and managed to steal some food.
  5. The population of the city continues to outnumber the available housing.

Quotes

  • Strength lies not in numbers but in unity.
  • In unity there is strength.
  • Numbers do not necessarily win battles.

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