weigh

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How does the verb weigh differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of weigh are consider, contemplate, and study. While all these words mean "to think about in order to arrive at a judgment or decision," weigh implies attempting to reach the truth or arrive at a decision by balancing conflicting claims or evidence.

weigh the pros and cons of the case

When might consider be a better fit than weigh?

The words consider and weigh can be used in similar contexts, but consider may suggest giving thought to in order to reach a suitable conclusion, opinion, or decision.

refused even to consider my proposal

When is contemplate a more appropriate choice than weigh?

Although the words contemplate and weigh have much in common, contemplate stresses focusing one's thoughts on something but does not imply coming to a conclusion or decision.

contemplate the consequences of refusing

When could study be used to replace weigh?

The words study and weigh are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, study implies sustained purposeful concentration and attention to details and minutiae.

study the plan closely

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of weigh Shorter batteries cost less, weigh less, and consume fewer raw materials, all helping sustainability and industrial sovereignty. Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2025 Henigan stands at 6-foot-3 and weighs 215 pounds. Max Dible, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025 Flyers can’t weigh more than the machine (245-pound limit), winds can’t exceed 30 mph and vehicles can’t quite soar to the clouds (150-foot altitude limit, although the scooter can rise to 10,000 feet or more). J. George Gorant, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025 The new addition entered the world weighing 7 lbs. Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for weigh
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weigh
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    Rowan Jacobsen, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
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    Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
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    Rowan Fisher-Shotton, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
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    Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
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  • Julie Mayhew, owner of Mayville Farm, a small farm sanctuary in Racine, said she's publicly questioned Shalom for years.
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“Weigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weigh. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.

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