Main Entry: weighty

Pronunciation: \ˈwā-tē\

Function: adjective

Inflected Form(s): weight·i·er; weight·i·est

Date: 15th century

1 a : of much importance or consequence : momentous <a weighty problem> b : solemn
2 a : weighing a considerable amount b : heavy in proportion to its bulk <weighty metal>
3 : powerful, telling <weighty arguments>

synonyms see heavy

— weight·i·ly \ˈwā-tə-lē\ adverb

— weight·i·ness \ˈwā-tē-nəs\ noun