Synonyms for

Weighing

Verb / ˈweɪɪŋ / Another word for weighing — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to find out how heavy something is

Synonyms & similar words

count weigh librate deliberation advisement press consider matter measuring quantifying calculating assessing estimating judging determining gauging appraising evaluating checking balancing comparing contrasting tipping hefting scaling metering counting recording

Synonyms by register

Formal

considering evaluating assessing pondering

Informal

thinking about mulling over figuring out chewing on

Literary

contemplating deliberating brooding over

Antonyms

lightening ignoring disregarding dismissing forgetting unburdening

Common collocations

  • weighing options
  • weighing the pros and cons
  • weighing heavily
  • weighing the evidence
  • weighing down
  • weighing the cost
  • weighing the consequences

Word family

noun weight
verb weigh
adjective weighty
adverb weightily

Usage note

The present participle 'weighing' often implies a process of careful consideration or assessment. It can also refer to the physical act of measuring mass.

Example sentences

  1. She is weighing the ingredients for the cake.
  2. The doctor is weighing the baby to check its growth.
  3. He is weighing the luggage before the trip.
  4. The fisherman is weighing the catch of the day.
  5. The scientist is weighing the chemicals for the experiment.

Quotes

  • Weighing your options is important before making a decision.
  • Weighing the consequences of your actions is crucial.
  • Life is about weighing the risks and rewards.

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