weightiness

noun

Definition of weightinessnext
1
as in heaviness
the state or quality of being heavy the weightiness of the bookcase made it difficult to move

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2
as in importance
the quality or state of being important first judged the weightiness of a case before deciding to hear it

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weightiness
  1. importance
  2. significance
  3. import
  4. avoirdupois
  5. magnitude
  6. bulk
  7. consequence
Noun
  • How people answered that question tended to reflect a lot about their larger beliefs – about the benefits of democracy, the importance of family, the distinctions between the U.S and Cuba, and immigration writ large.
    Code Switch, NPR, 18 Dec. 2024
  • This year’s report shows that the focus on exit planning has increased fivefold since 2013, driven by a growing recognition of its importance for successful transitions.
    Craig West, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of importance
Noun
  • And basketball carries a deep personal significance.
    Patrick Z. McGavin, Chicago Tribune, 7 Dec. 2024
  • Of significance is the breakdown by business size: Large: +120K; Medium: +81K, Small: -17K).
    Robert Barone, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of significance
Noun
  • The president-elect's tariff plans generally concern a 60 percent extra cost on Chinese goods and up to 20 percent on imports from other countries.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Kelty, a Tesla veteran who helped build up its U.S. battery operations, said investing in U.S.-based manufacturing helps drive down costs and boosts GM’s global competitiveness by reducing reliance on imports.
    Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of import
Noun
  • There are a few mildly funny moments, such as Garfield suddenly finding out he’s been wearing a collar and tag the whole time, hidden under his furry avoirdupois.
    Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2019
  • To make the most of the full fury of its hot-cam performance, the Integra was trimmed of 140 pounds of not-so-necessary avoirdupois.
    Barry Winfield, Car and Driver, 21 May 2020
Definition of avoirdupois
Noun
  • The sheer magnitude of the eruption sent volcanic material high into the stratosphere, creating an ash cloud that blanketed the skies and dispersed across the globe.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
  • For example, when the tour went live in Glendale, Arizona, before anyone knew the magnitude and magic of the show, the average price was $529.
    Bryan West, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of magnitude
Noun
  • Have your children make a simple craft or drawing, or purchase a small gift in bulk—like hand lotion or cozy socks wrapped in a ribbon.
    Christin Perry, Parents, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The buildings — which include offices, apartments, and the iconic Hamilton Hall — can be purchased on an individual basis or in bulk, per JLL's website.
    Mike D'Onofrio, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of bulk
Noun
  • In the months leading up to the attack, Mangione frequently posted on X about the negative health consequences of modern technology.
    Nik Popli, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Mia seems determined to rope as many people into her chaos as much as possible, consequences be damned.
    Shamira Ibrahim, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of consequence
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“Weightiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weightiness. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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