Definition

Describing something that has been made heavier by adding weight or that has been adjusted to reflect different values or proportions, often used in statistics.

Example

The weighted scores helped to give a more accurate representation of the students' performance.

Conversation

I just bought a new set of weighted blankets for my bed.

Oh really? I've heard those are great for sleeping better.

Yeah, they feel so cozy and really help with anxiety.

Sounds perfect! I might need to get one for myself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Weighted → It is formed from "weight" (from Old English *wiht*, meaning heaviness or mass) and "-ed" (a suffix used to form the past participle or adjective). The word "weighted" means having weight or being made heavy.

Memory Tip

Think of 'weight' as heaviness, and remember that 'weighted' describes something that has been made heavy or has weight.

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