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weighted

Pronunciation: [ˈweɪtɪd]

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Learn how to use weighted in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “mathematics”

(adjective) When something is made heavier or given more importance. For example, teachers might give more points to harder questions on a test because those questions are weighted more heavily.

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The final exam is weighted more than the quizzes in the overall grade.

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The easy questions are not weighted at all, so they don't affect the grade much.

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How is the homework weighted in your final score?

Context: “decision-making”

(verb) To consider something more important than other things when making a choice. This means you think about one option more than others.

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She weighted her choices carefully before deciding which school to attend.

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He did not weight the pros and cons properly, which led to a poor decision.

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Did you weight all the possible outcomes before making that choice?

Context: “physical attributes”

(adjective) Referring to something that is heavy or has weight. It describes objects or items that are not light.

Example

The weighted blanket helped him sleep better because it felt cozy and comforting.

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That feather is not weighted; it’s very light and floats easily.

Example

How heavy is the weighted vest you wear while exercising?

How to pronounce weighted

Pronunciation: [ˈweɪtɪd]

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