1. having fewer people or soldiers than an opposing force
Usage: often used in military or competitive contexts

Examples

• The small garrison was outmanned by the attacking army.
• Our team felt outmanned against their larger squad.
• The rebels were outmanned but fought bravely.
• Despite being outmanned, they held their position.
• The police were outmanned during the riot.
• The defenders knew they were outmanned three to one.