Synonyms for Weight

Definition of weight

noun
  1. the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity
  2. sports equipment used in calisthenic exercises and weightlifting; it is not attached to anything and is raised and lowered by use of the hands and arms
  3. the relative importance granted to something; "his opinion carries great weight"; "the progression implied an increasing weightiness of the items listed"

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Writing tips for "weight"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like angle, burden, burthen can replace "weight" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

"Weight" in song lyrics

See how weight is used in real songs:

  • "Sugar sugar sugar why can't I lose weight?"
    2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 — Short and Sweet
  • "There's too many hustlers, and not enough weight"
    4th Disciple f/ ShoGun Assason — Tha Fall
  • "I can sell a hoe a dream, front a hustla weight"
    504 Boyz (Master P, Curren$y, Krazy, T-Bo, & Magic) — Holla

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