Outnumber

usgb/ˌaʊtˈnʌmbər/
verb

To be greater in number than someone or something.

In our class, the girls outnumber the boys.
Visual representation of "outnumber" - To be greater in number than someone or something

Often appears as...

  • outnumber by far
  • outnumber the enemy
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Visual representation of "outnumber"
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Contextual Nuance

Outnumber typically implies a significant difference in quantity, not just one or two more.

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In the jungle, insects outnumber mammals substantially.
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Non-literal Use

'Outnumber' can be used figuratively to emphasize the overwhelming nature of something.

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His reasons to stay outnumbered his reasons to leave.
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Comparative Contexts

Use 'outnumber' when comparing two groups or quantities directly against each other.

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In the competition, Android users outnumber iPhone users.
Visual representation of the word "Outnumber"

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