outnumber

[out-nuhm-ber] / ˌaʊtˈnʌm bər /

VERB

exceed in quantity

Synonyms

STRONGEST

exceed

STRONG

outman outstrip overcount surmount surpass

WEAK

beat best eclipse lead outdo outpace outshine override pass swamp top transcend

Example Sentences

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If predictions are correct, agents will soon outnumber people on enterprise networks, and they will need strict identity governance.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Moreover, if predictions are correct, soon agents will outnumber people on corporate networks, and could blow a huge hole in the user-based business model.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

New highs continue to outnumber new lows on the New York Stock Exchange, so this indicator remains bullish.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

AI firms are rushing to grab Manhattan’s most coveted office space, but desks outnumber employees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

“Between them, they have managed to rally most of the loyal faction members to their cause. Surprisingly, though, the Allegiant still don’t outnumber the factionless.”

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth