heftiness
|heft/i/ness|
B2
/ˈhɛf.ti.nəs/
(hefty)
large and heavy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hefty' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'heft,' where 'heft' meant 'weight or heaviness.'
Historical Evolution
'heft' transformed into the adjective 'hefty,' and eventually the noun form 'heftiness' was derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'weight or heaviness,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the quality of being heavy or substantial.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being heavy or substantial.
The heftiness of the package made it difficult to carry.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42