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as in weight
the amount that something weighs
the numbers on the back of each sample indicate the heaviness of the carpeting material
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as in ponderousness
the state or quality of being heavy
the backpack was filled with water bottles that gave it an extra heaviness
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Recent Examples of heaviness
Trenin had a solid bounce-back campaign and is a very likable bottom-six winger offering heaviness, physicality, top-notch forechecking, and defensive value.
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Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
The heavy side part feigns an almost asymmetrical look, which offsets heaviness on the ends and frames the face in a fun way.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
By concentrating the braiding on one side and allowing the rest to fall freely, this style creates the illusion of density without the tension or heaviness of longer plaits.
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Omenaa Boakye,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
Leaving some of the heaviness of the past behind helped Matty view the world with fresh eyes.
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Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
But there’s definitely a big heaviness, too.
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Selena Fragassi,
SPIN,
10 June 2026
But a heaviness cuts through, too.
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Kelsey Ables,
The Atlantic,
9 June 2026
However, with that honor comes the heaviness of the work.
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Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
This is the carminative plant par excellence, ideal for persistent bloating and feelings of heaviness.
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Mélanie Defouilloy,
Vogue,
6 June 2026
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
The heavy side part feigns an almost asymmetrical look, which offsets heaviness on the ends and frames the face in a fun way.
—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
By concentrating the braiding on one side and allowing the rest to fall freely, this style creates the illusion of density without the tension or heaviness of longer plaits.
—
Omenaa Boakye,
InStyle,
15 June 2026
Leaving some of the heaviness of the past behind helped Matty view the world with fresh eyes.
—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
But there’s definitely a big heaviness, too.
—
Selena Fragassi,
SPIN,
10 June 2026
But a heaviness cuts through, too.
—
Kelsey Ables,
The Atlantic,
9 June 2026
However, with that honor comes the heaviness of the work.
—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
This is the carminative plant par excellence, ideal for persistent bloating and feelings of heaviness.
—
Mélanie Defouilloy,
Vogue,
6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for heaviness
Noun
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And at roughly 100 calories per tablespoon apiece, both butter and margarine can be calorie-dense, making either choice capable of causing unwanted weight gain.
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That index is considered to be more accurate than the Body Mass Index, which is only based on weight and height.
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This full-tang steak knife had a nice balanced weightiness.
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The somber atmospherics and satisfying weightiness allowed Dudamel to show off his new ensemble’s soloists and sections, which have prepped for his arrival by burnishing their sonic gold.
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The organization acquires medical debt in bulk from hospitals, physician groups, collection agencies and other groups for a fraction of the cost.
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The Furart Slim Wallet has built-in RFID-blocking technology, holds six cards, plus cash and an ID, and is thin enough to fit in pants pockets without any bulk.
Noun
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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.
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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.
Noun
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Ronald Koeman would have been well aware of Japan’s defensive solidity before their meeting in Dallas.
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All this solidity comes in anticipation of a massive change.
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“Heaviness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heaviness. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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