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weightily

 

[ ˈweɪtɪli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

manner of speaking

Weightily means in a serious or significant manner, often implying something of great importance. It can also refer to actions or statements that carry a heavy emotional or intellectual weight.

Synonyms

gravely, importantly, seriously, significantly

Examples of usage

  • He spoke weightily about the consequences of climate change.
  • The decision was weightily considered by the committee.
  • She advanced her argument weightily, leaving no room for doubt.

Translations

Translations of the word "weightily" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pesadamente

🇮🇳 भारी तरीके से

🇩🇪 gewichtig

🇮🇩 berat

🇺🇦 важко

🇵🇱 ciężko

🇯🇵 重く

🇫🇷 lourdement

🇪🇸 pesadamente

🇹🇷 ağır bir şekilde

🇰🇷 무겁게

🇸🇦 بشكل ثقيل

🇨🇿 těžce

🇸🇰 ťažko

🇨🇳 沉重地

🇸🇮 težko

🇮🇸 þungt

🇰🇿 ауыр түрде

🇬🇪 მძიმედ

🇦🇿 ağır şəkildə

🇲🇽 pesadamente

Etymology

The word 'weightily' is derived from the adjective 'weighty,' which comes from the Old English word 'wēght,' meaning 'heaviness' or 'importance.' The suffix '-ly' is added to form an adverb that describes the manner in which something is done. The concept of 'weight' in English carries both physical and metaphorical meanings, allowing the term to be applied in various contexts, from discussions about tangible objects to abstract ideas such as philosophical concepts or social issues. Over time, the use of 'weightily' has evolved, but it has retained its association with seriousness and significance, making it a powerful descriptor in both spoken and written communication.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,699, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.