weighted
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for weighted, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Deliberately given extra importance or a bias in favor of one side.
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Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Deliberately given extra importance or a bias in favor of one side.
“The scoring system is weighted toward experience over education.”
How to use weighted
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weighted average
weighted blanket
weighted toward
Frequently asked questions
What does “weighted” mean?
The word “weighted” means deliberately given extra importance or a bias in favor of one side. In plain terms, adjusted so that some factor counts for more, or physically loaded with extra weight.
How do you pronounce “weighted”?
“Weighted” is pronounced WAY-tihd (/ˈweɪ.tɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “weighted” in a sentence?
Here is “weighted” used in a sentence: “The scoring system is weighted toward experience over education.”
What part of speech is “weighted”?
“Weighted” is an adjective.
Is “weighted” a common word?
“Weighted” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “weighted” have?
“Weighted” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: deliberately given extra importance or a bias in favor of one side.
What is the difference between weighted and biased?
Weighted describes something deliberately given extra importance or a bias in favor of one side, often in a structured or systematic way, such as a weighted average or weighted vote. Biased can carry a more negative connotation of unfairness, while weighted is often used neutrally to describe an intentional design choice.
How is weighted used in statistics?
In statistics, weighted commonly describes a calculation, such as a weighted average, where certain values are deliberately given more influence over the result than others. This use reflects the sense of weighted as giving extra importance to one side of a calculation.
