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heaviness

Pronunciation: [ˈhɛviness]

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Learn how to use heaviness in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “physical property”

(noun) the condition of being heavy. When something is heavy, it feels hard to lift or move. It’s like when you try to carry a big backpack; it makes you feel tired.

Example

The heaviness of the box made it difficult for her to carry.

Example

The lightness of the balloon was surprising after handling the heaviness of the suitcase.

Example

Can you feel the heaviness of the rocks in your hands?

Context: “emotional state”

(noun) a feeling of sadness or worry. When people feel heavy-hearted, it means they are sad or burdened by their thoughts or feelings. It’s like when you feel gloomy after something bad happens.

Example

After talking to her friend, she felt less heaviness in her heart.

Example

His laughter took away the heaviness that had filled the room.

Example

Why do you think there is a heaviness in the atmosphere today?

How to pronounce heaviness

Pronunciation: [ˈhɛviness]

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