Definition

The condition of being heavy, which can refer to physical weight or a feeling of sadness and burden.

Example

The heaviness of the backpack made it difficult for her to walk.

Conversation

Have you ever felt that kind of heaviness after a long week?

Yes! It's like all the stress just weighs you down.

I know, right? Sometimes I just want to escape it all for a bit.

Totally! A weekend getaway would help lift that heaviness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Heaviness → It is formed from "heavy" (from Old English "hefig", meaning having great weight) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "heaviness" refers to the state of being heavy or having weight.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'heavy' to remember that 'heaviness' means the state of being heavy.

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