weighted

Definition of weightednext
past tense of weight

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of weighted There are times when the film can feel weighted down by its clever framework. Stephen Saito, Variety, 14 Mar. 2026 More weight is given to wins against better teams and weighted even more if the game is on the road. Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026 Multiple people compared the snakes to weighted blankets, providing a firm, calming pressure. Deena Prichep, NPR, 11 Mar. 2026 Happily, however, Tom Harper’s movie isn’t equally weighted down by history. Damon Wise, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for weighted
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighted
Verb
  • The Braves loaded the bases with one away.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 Mar. 2026
  • Rookie Kevin McGonigle hit a tiebreaking, two-run single with the bases loaded and two outs in the eighth inning to continue his dazzling start and lead the Detroit Tigers to a 5-2 win against the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
    ABC News, ABC News, 28 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • To wind down your trip, grab a seat at this bar, which is usually filled with locals.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Mar. 2026
  • There are 160,000 positions, 88% filled by women.
    Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Weighted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighted. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

More from Merriam-Webster on weighted

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster