weighty
8 synonyms and 1 antonym for weighty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Very heavy.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
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 weighty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
weighty matter
weighty decision
weighty issue
Etymology
From Middle English weighti, formed from weight plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
Full origin of weighty →Frequently asked questions
What does “weighty” mean?
The word “weighty” means very heavy. In plain terms, physically heavy, or figuratively serious and significant.
How do you pronounce “weighty”?
“Weighty” is pronounced WAY-tee (/ˈweɪti/ in IPA).
How do you use “weighty” in a sentence?
Here is “weighty” used in a sentence: “He struggled to lift the weighty crate onto the truck.”
What part of speech is “weighty”?
“Weighty” is an adjective.
Where does the word “weighty” come from?
The word “weighty” comes from Middle English. From Middle English weighti, formed from weight plus the adjective-forming suffix -y.
How many meanings does “weighty” have?
“Weighty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: very heavy.
