Synonyms for

Weighted

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

Definition

having a specified weight or amount of weight

Synonyms & similar words

weight weightdown angle burden burthen leaden unburden slant heavy laden burdened encumbered loaded weighted-up overloaded overburdened oppressed weighed

Synonyms by register

Formal

biased inclined prejudiced slanted

Informal

rigged stacked loaded cooked

Literary

burdened laden encumbered

Antonyms

unweighted balanced equal proportionate impartial fair

Common collocations

  • weighted average
  • weighted blanket
  • weighted decision
  • weighted voting
  • weighted distribution
  • weighted risk
  • weighted analysis

Word family

noun weight
verb weight
adjective weighted
adverb weightedly

Usage note

Often used in statistics to indicate that certain elements have more influence than others. Can also refer to a physical heaviness or a bias.

Example sentences

  1. I lifted the weighted barbell with ease.
  2. The weighted hula hoop was more challenging to use than the regular one.
  3. The diver wore a weighted belt to help him sink to the bottom of the pool.
  4. The teacher graded the tests using a weighted system.
  5. The athlete wore a weighted vest during training to build strength.

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