outnumber
word
Definition
To be more in number than someone or something else.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or neutral; often used in news, history, science, or discussions about groups (e.g., 'Women outnumber men'). Commonly used in the passive form ('are outnumbered'). Not used for one-to-one comparison.
Spanish: superar en númeroPortuguese (BR): superar em númeroPortuguese (PT): ultrapassar em númeroChinese (Simplified): 数量上超过Chinese (Traditional): 數量上超過Hindi: संख्या में अधिक होनाArabic: يتفوّق عددياً
Example Sentences
The soldiers outnumber the villagers.
basic
Girls outnumber boys in the class.
basic
Wild animals outnumber people in this area.
basic
If we don't get more volunteers, we'll be outnumbered at the event.
natural
The fans from the other team completely outnumbered us in the stadium.
natural
Don't worry, our supporters will definitely outnumber theirs next time.
natural