weigh up
weigh
weɪ
vei
up
ʌp
ap
British pronunciation
/wˈeɪ ˈʌp/

Definition & Meaning of "weigh up"in English

to weigh up
[phrase form: weigh]
01

to observe someone closely to evaluate their character, abilities, etc.

Transitive
to weigh up definition and meaning
example
Examples
She decided to weigh him up before entrusting him with the important task.
02

to carefully consider the advantages and disadvantages of a situation before deciding

example
Examples
The student council is carefully weighing up the options for the upcoming school event.
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