Heaviness Definition
heaviness
- noun
- the property of being comparatively great in weight; "the heaviness of lead"
- persisting sadness; "nothing lifted the heaviness of her heart after her loss"
- an oppressive quality that is laborious and solemn and lacks grace or fluency; "a book so serious that it sometimes subsided into ponderousness"; "his lectures tend to heaviness and repetition"
- used of a line or mark
- unwelcome burdensome difficulty
"Heaviness" in song lyrics
See how heaviness is used in real songs:
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"I too have felt a heaviness"
Blackalicious f/ Lyrics Born, Saul Williams — Release -
"She would request to know your heaviness.'"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece -
"Unmask, dear dear, this moody heaviness,"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece
Words that rhyme with heaviness
Usage tips for "heaviness"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "heaviness" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for heaviness to find words that pair well.