heavier
word · lemma: heavy
/ˈhɛviɝ/
/hˈɛviɐ/
Definition
Comparative form of 'heavy'; used to say that something has more weight than something else.
Usage & Nuances
'Heavier' is always used to compare weight between two or more things. Common collocation: 'heavier than.' Can also refer to abstract things (e.g., 'heavier workload'). Do not use 'more heavy'; always use 'heavier.'
Spanish: más pesadoPortuguese (BR): mais pesadoPortuguese (PT): mais pesadoChinese (Simplified): 更重Chinese (Traditional): 更重Hindi: और भारीArabic: أثقلBengali: আরও ভারীRussian: тяжелееJapanese: より重いVietnamese: nặng hơnKorean: 더 무거운Turkish: daha ağırUrdu: زیادہ بھاریIndonesian: lebih berat
Example Sentences
This box is heavier than that one.
basic
After it rained, my clothes felt heavier.
basic
My new backpack is heavier than my old one.
basic
Traffic was much heavier this morning than yesterday.
natural
These winter coats look similar, but this one is actually heavier.
natural
His voice sounded heavier after years of smoking.
natural