Weightily
/ˈweɪtɪli/
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Physical Burden
Use 'weightily' to describe carrying something that feels physically demanding due to its heaviness.
He trudged through the snow, his backpack hanging weightily.
Pro Tip 2/2Emotional Heaviness
Metaphorically, 'weightily' can express the burden of emotional or mental weight.
Her heart sank weightily with the news of her friend's illness.
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ConsiderableHeavyImportantPonderousSeriousSignificantSolemnSubstantial
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