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to weigh
01
to have a specific weight
Linking Verb
Example
The baby elephant weighs over 200 pounds.
How much do these apples weigh on the scale?
02
to consider all the possible outcomes and different aspects of something before making a definite decision
Transitive: to weigh consequence or impact of something
Example
Before accepting the job offer, he took the time to weigh the pros and cons, considering the impact on both his career and personal life.
When choosing a college, it 's crucial to weigh factors such as location, programs offered, and tuition.
03
to discover how heavy someone or something is
Transitive: to weigh sb/sth
Example
The nurse will weigh the patient before their appointment.
Can you weigh the package to determine the shipping cost?
04
to be significant or deserving of attention or thought due to its importance or impact
Intransitive
Example
The results of this study weigh heavily in the decision-making process.
The emotional cost of the decision weighs more than the financial one.
05
to apply pressure or force on something, as though using a heavy weight
Intransitive: to weigh on sth
Example
The rain weighed heavily on the roof, causing it to creak.
The snowstorm weighed on the power lines, causing outages.
