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as in serious
having a matter of importance as its topic
interrupted a weighty discussion with a silly question
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as in important
having great meaning or lasting effect
choosing a college is a weighty decision
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as in massive
having great weight
lifted the weighty sack and wondered what was in it
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as in solemn
not joking or playful in mood or manner
the police office looked at me with a rather weighty expression
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as in influential
having power over the minds or behavior of others
one of the weightiest figures in the field of pediatric medicine
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Recent Examples of weighty
First launched in 1984 with a $250 annual fee (equivalent to $777 in 2025, based on the average rate of inflation), this distinctive card became a global status symbol through the years, morphing into a sleek, weighty metal card that costs more and more with each new evolution.
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Katherine Fan, AFAR Media, 18 Sep. 2025
According to the rocker, the latest record features a mix of feel-good anthems, as well as moodier tracks that cover weightier subject matter — and MGK has been up front about wanting to be an open book through his music.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
Much of season one involves ordinary scientists wrestling with weighty themes such as time, destiny, and the meaning of discovery.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
In 2015, David Bessinger, the son of founder Melvin Bessinger, made the weighty decision to install new pits and return to his family’s wood-cooking roots, and that change made all the difference.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
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Katherine Fan, AFAR Media, 18 Sep. 2025
According to the rocker, the latest record features a mix of feel-good anthems, as well as moodier tracks that cover weightier subject matter — and MGK has been up front about wanting to be an open book through his music.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025
Much of season one involves ordinary scientists wrestling with weighty themes such as time, destiny, and the meaning of discovery.
—Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
In 2015, David Bessinger, the son of founder Melvin Bessinger, made the weighty decision to install new pits and return to his family’s wood-cooking roots, and that change made all the difference.
—Robert F. Moss, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighty
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Roundabouts help eliminate the types of crashes more likely to cause serious injuries or death.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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The production came just in time to help the Angels (72-88) put a serious dent in the Astros’ chances of going to the playoffs.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
27 Sep. 2025
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Of those who responded to our informal survey, 53% said love is more important.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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Tire tread depth - Checking your tire tread before hitting the road is important, as low or no tread can lead to sliding.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
27 Sep. 2025
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His singles are custom-made for arenas, with massive, cheery choruses reminiscent of peak ’80s MTV.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
27 Sep. 2025
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Marshall fire victims who joined the massive lawsuit against Xcel Energy are expected to receive their portion of the $640 million settlement before the end of the year, but the amount of money each plaintiff receives will not be publicly disclosed.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
26 Sep. 2025
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Models walking the runway — staged at the Pinacoteca di Brera museum — had solemn expressions on their faces.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025
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If anything, their Didi and Gogo (Winter plays the former, the more cerebral and anxious of the two, and Reeves the latter, the disgruntled yet tender beta clown) are still a little on the solemn side.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
29 Sep. 2025
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Both continents coexist and compete to produce the most influential companies in financial technology, though the paths taken and outcomes achieved often vary widely.—
Aman Ghei,
Fortune,
27 Sep. 2025
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One of the most influential figures in cocktail history is David Embury, author of The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
27 Sep. 2025
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Some researchers also point to major gaps in accountability.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
28 Sep. 2025
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And here, roundabouts make a major difference because drivers don’t turn left in front of oncoming traffic.—
Eric D. Lawrence,
USA Today,
28 Sep. 2025
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Maddie—baggy hoodies tossed over an array of old tattoos, clearly carrying a heavy amount of life for her 28 years—gradually attempts to fill her daughter in on her own youth, treading a tightrope between honesty and delicacy.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
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The area has seen heavy rains at least 20 times since the VRA was executed last year, according to an ABC News analysis of National Weather Service data.—
Maia Rosenfeld,
ABC News,
1 Oct. 2025
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That led Judge Cannon to temporarily halt the proceedings and issue Routh a stern warning.—
Greg Allen,
NPR,
23 Sep. 2025
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High-profile stars and politicians of all creeds have been up in arms and ABC owner Disney has come in for particularly stern criticism over the very live situation.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Weighty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/weighty. Accessed 3 Oct. 2025.
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