weightiness

IPA/ˈweɪtinəs/
IPA/ˈweɪtinəs/

weightiness — 名詞

1. the quality of carrying real significance and gravity — when a subject, statemen

1.名詞C1
釋義

分量；嚴肅性

事物具有的沉重分量和嚴肅特質

the quality of carrying real significance and gravity — when a subject, statement, or situation demands to be taken seriously and not treated lightly

例句

Wren felt the weightiness of the courtroom as the verdict was read aloud.

判決宣讀時，Wren 感受到法庭內的沉重分量。

weightiness of [formal setting]

Mathieu spoke with a weightiness that made everyone stop and listen.

Mathieu 說話時帶著一股分量，讓所有人都停下聆聽。

speak with a weightiness

同義詞
  • gravity

    more formal; often used of a person's expression or a situation's seriousness

  • seriousness

    more common and everyday; lacks the connotation of importance or consequence

  • momentousness

    emphasises far-reaching consequences or historical significance

  • significance

    broader term for importance; does not necessarily imply solemnity or gravity

反義詞
  • triviality

    the quality of being unimportant or insignificant

  • lightness

    lack of seriousness; can also refer to physical lightness, so context matters

用法筆記

Describes the gravity of abstract things — decisions, warnings, atmospheres, remarks — not physical heaviness. Carries a formal, slightly literary tone; uncommon in casual conversation.

常見錯誤

❌The weightiness of this suitcase is too much for me.
✅The weight of this suitcase is too much for me.
💡'weightiness' describes importance and gravity, not how heavy a physical object is.
❌I forgot to buy milk — such weightiness!
✅I forgot to buy milk
💡how annoying!' — 'weightiness' is reserved for genuinely serious or significant matters, not everyday minor problems.