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Meaning of weighty
Having a lot of weight or importance
Etymology of weighty
The word "weighty" originates from the Old English words "weht" or "wiht," which meant weight or importance, and the suffix "-y," which forms an adjective
The term has been in use since the 14th century to describe things that have a significant amount of weight or importance
Synonyms
heavy
significant
substantial
momentous
considerable
important
grave
serious
somber
solemn
ponderous
massive
bulky
cumbersome
unwieldy
substantial
hefty
burdensome
oppressive
onerous
troublesome
vexing
irritating
annoying
frustrating
bothersome
pesky
weight
hefty
portentous
fateful
Definitions
- Having a great deal of weight or importance
- * Giving a sense of seriousness or solemnity
- * Having a strong influence or effect
Usage Examples
- The judge gave a weighty sentence to the convicted criminal
- * The weighty decision to change careers was not taken lightly
- * The weighty tome on the shelf was a comprehensive guide to the subject
Antonyms
light
insignificant
trivial
unimportant
minor
slight
negligible
inconsequential
frivolous
petty
paltry
meager
scant
skinny
slender
thin
fragile
flimsy
weak
feeble
slight
minor
trifling
superficial
shallow