What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
outsize
Example
The store only had outsize shirts for the big and tall men. [outsize: adjective]
Example
The outsize package barely fit through the door. [outsize: adjective]
oversized
Example
She wore an oversized sweater that was cozy and comfortable. [oversized: adjective]
Example
The oversized luggage took up too much space in the trunk. [oversized: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Oversized is more commonly used than outsize in everyday language, and is more widely recognized in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between outsize and oversized?
Both outsize and oversized are informal words and are not typically used in formal writing or speech.
