outnumber Definition
be more numerous than.
Using outnumber: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "outnumber" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The students outnumber the teachers in this school.
Example
Women now outnumber men in the workforce.
Example
The enemy forces were greatly outnumbered.
outnumber Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for outnumber
- surpass in number
- exceed in number
- be greater than in number
Antonyms for outnumber
- be outnumbered
- be surpassed in number
Phrases with outnumber
Example
She had never thought she could finish the project so quickly, but she had clearly outnumbered herself.
outnumbered and outgunned
to be at a disadvantage due to being outnumbered and having inferior weapons or resources
Example
The small army was outnumbered and outgunned, but they fought bravely nonetheless.
to be at a disadvantage due to being outnumbered but still able to compete or perform well
Example
The team was outnumbered but not outclassed, as they managed to score several goals against their opponents.
Origins of outnumber
from 'out-' meaning 'beyond' + 'number'
Summary: outnumber in Brief
'Outnumber' [aʊtˈnaʊmbər] means to be more numerous than. It is often used to describe situations where one group has more members than another, such as 'Women now outnumber men in the workforce.' 'Outnumber' can also be used in phrases like 'outnumbered and outgunned,' which describes a situation where someone is at a disadvantage due to being outnumbered and having inferior resources.
