heaviness
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for heaviness, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of being heavy; weight.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use heaviness
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sense of heaviness
the heaviness of the load
Etymology
From "heavy" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ness."
Full origin of heaviness →Frequently asked questions
What does “heaviness” mean?
The word “heaviness” means the quality of being heavy; weight. In plain terms, physical weight, or a heavy, sad feeling in the mood or atmosphere.
How do you pronounce “heaviness”?
“Heaviness” is pronounced HEH-vih-nuhs (/ˈhɛvɪnəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “heaviness” in a sentence?
Here is “heaviness” used in a sentence: “The heaviness of the suitcase surprised her.”
What part of speech is “heaviness”?
“Heaviness” is a noun.
How many meanings does “heaviness” have?
“Heaviness” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of being heavy; weight.
