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Wordabulary

heavy

Pronunciation
Adjective A1 Beginner

Quick answer

Weighing a lot, hard to lift or carry.

"The suitcase was too heavy to carry up the stairs alone."

Synonyms and antonyms

Antonyms

Usage notes

Heavy often pairs with rain, traffic, or accent to describe intensity rather than weight.

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The suitcase was too _____ to carry up the stairs alone."

Answer: heavy

In your own words, what does "heavy" mean?

Weighing a lot, hard to lift or carry.

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