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reweigh

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈriːweɪ/

KK: /riˈweɪ/

verb
Definition

To measure the weight of something again after it has already been weighed.


Example

The scientist decided to reweigh the samples to ensure accuracy.


Tense Forms

Past: reweighed

Past Participle: reweighed


Conversation
Sloth A
I think we should reweigh those bags before the trip.
Sloth B
Good idea! I want to make sure we’re within the limit.
Sloth A
Yeah, last time we were over, and it was such a hassle.
Sloth B
Exactly! Let’s do it now to avoid any surprises.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reassess
recalculate
recheck
Antonyms
ignore
disregard
overlook
Root Explanation

Reweigh → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "weigh" (from Old English "wegan", meaning to carry or to weigh). The word "reweigh" means to weigh something again.

Memory Tip

Think of weighing something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'weigh' relates to measuring weight.

Visually Confused Words
preweigh
foreweigh
weigh
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