Synonyms of carry weight

carry weight

phrase

as in matter

to be of importance

His opinion doesn't carry much weight with the people who'll make the final decision.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• matter
• weigh
• mean
• cut ice
• import
• influence
• count
• affect
• signify
• amount (to)
• concern
• sway
• add up (to)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of carry weight

The Cuban sports playbook, treating a franchise as a growth business and entertainment brand rather than a passive local asset, is central to why Cuban’s involvement in the A’s deal carries weight beyond just his money. — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 31 July 2026

As the European Union’s scientific adviser on food issues, its opinions not only inform policy in Europe, but also carry weight internationally. — Ashley Okwuosa, STAT, 30 July 2026

Every call required judgment; every interaction carried weight. — William Jones, USA Today, 22 July 2026

Landing Spytek and Kubiak appears to be Davis’s best moves so far, and those clearly carry weight with fans. — Sam Warren, New York Times, 22 July 2026