heavy

hea

ˈhɛ

/ˈhɛvi/

Definition & Meaning of "heavy"in English

heavy

ADJECTIVE

having a lot of weight and not easy to move or pick up

bulky

clumsy

cumbersome

cumbrous

ponderous

Examples

He felt the weight of the heavy burden on his shoulders.

He huffed and puffed as he carried the heavy box up the stairs.

(of the sky) covered with dark clouds that often indicate the possibility of rain

Examples

The sky grew heavy with dark clouds before the storm.

The weather forecast warned of heavy skies and showers throughout the afternoon.

having a large and solid body or structure

beefy

brawny

burly

hefty

husky

Examples

The heavy man walked with a confident stride, his broad shoulders accentuating his sturdy physique.

Despite his heavy frame, he managed to run a mile in under six minutes, showcasing his impressive stamina.

describing a meal that is large

Examples

The cake was rich and heavy.

Heavy foods can be difficult to digest.

in an advanced stage of pregnancy

great in amount, degree, or intensity; worse than usual in severity

Examples

The heavy traffic delayed us by over an hour.

She was caught in a heavy downpour on her way home.

of the military or industry; using (or being) the heaviest and most powerful armaments or weapons or equipment

marked by great psychological weight; weighted down especially with sadness or troubles or weariness

(used of soil) compact and fine-grained

(physics, chemistry) being or containing an isotope with greater than average atomic mass or weight

of great intensity or power or force

be able to spare or give up

(of sleep) deep, long-lasting, and difficult to wake up from easily

lacking lightness or liveliness

Examples

The lecture was heavy and hard to follow.

The book 's style felt unnecessarily heavy.

involving such intense physical effort that it leads to exhaustion

backbreaking

herculean

laborious

operose

punishing

Examples

The heavy workout program tested their endurance to the point of sheer fatigue.

The heavy training sessions had him collapsing into bed each night, completely drained.

full of; bearing great weight

full and loud and deep

Examples

The drums made a heavy beat.

The music had a heavy bass line.

large and powerful; especially designed for heavy loads or rough work

slow and laborious because of weight

(of a literary work) very serious or hard to understand

Examples

The heavy tome delved into complex philosophical concepts, challenging even the most seasoned readers.

His latest novel was praised for its heavy themes and profound exploration of human nature.

given to excessive indulgence of bodily appetites especially for intoxicating liquors

sharply inclined

made of fabric having considerable thickness

(of an actor or role) being or playing the villain

requiring or showing effort

permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter

prodigious

of relatively large extent and density

Heavy

NOUN

a serious (or tragic) role in a play

an actor who plays villainous roles

a beer with a high alcohol content, often above 7% ABV, and a rich, full-bodied flavor profile

What is "heavy"?

Heavy, also known as Scottish heavy, is a type of beer that originated in Scotland and is known for its rich, malty flavor and full-bodied texture. It is brewed using a combination of malted barley, hops, and yeast, and is typically aged for an extended period of time to enhance its flavors and smoothness. Heavy beer has a deep amber to brown color, with a sweet, caramel-like taste and a slightly bitter finish. It is often associated with Scottish pub culture, and is traditionally served in pint glasses or tankards. Heavy beer is a popular choice among beer enthusiasts for its complex flavors and hearty character, and is often enjoyed alongside traditional Scottish dishes such as haggis, neeps, and tatties.

heavy

ADVERB

slowly as if burdened by much weight

Word Family

heave

Noun

heavy

Adjective

heavily

Adverb

heavily

Adverb