What does "weighing" mean?

1. (measuring weight) the act or process of measuring how heavy something is. 2. (considering options) thinking carefully about different facts or possibilities before making a choice. 3. (heavy or burdensome) something that feels heavy or puts a lot of pressure on you.

weighing

n. · v. · adj.

US //ˈweɪɪŋ// UK //wˈeɪɪŋ// weigh·ing

1 measuring weight (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

the act or process of measuring how heavy something is.

the procedure of determining the mass or weight of an object or person.

Example

The official weighing of the boxers took place the day before the big fight.

Example

The precise weighing of the chemical samples was critical to the success of the laboratory experiment.
- measurement
- assessment
2 considering options (v.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

thinking carefully about different facts or possibilities before making a choice.

the cognitive process of evaluating or balancing competing factors or evidence.

Example

She is currently weighing her options before deciding which job to accept.

Example

After weighing the potential risks against the projected profits, the board of directors voted to proceed with the merger.
- ignoring
- disregarding
3 heavy or burdensome (adj.)
C1 Advanced Literary

something that feels heavy or puts a lot of pressure on you.

imposing a physical or metaphorical burden; heavy or oppressive in nature.

Example

He felt a weighing sadness after his best friend moved away.

Example

The weighing atmosphere of the old courtroom seemed to press down on the defendant as the verdict was read aloud.
- light
- trivial

Last updated June 20, 2026