weighted
UK: ˈweɪtɪd | US: ˈweɪtɪd
adj. adjusted or calculated to reflect importance or proportion (e.g., a weighted average)
adj. carrying additional weight or burden (e.g., weighted blanket)
v. (past tense of weight) added weight to something
The word weighted combines the noun weight (from Old English wiht, meaning "a measure of heaviness") with the suffix -ed, which forms adjectives or past participles. The suffix -ed originates from Old English -od/-ad, used to create past tense verbs or descriptive terms. Over time, weighted evolved to describe objects adjusted by weight (e.g., weighted dice) or mathematically adjusted values (e.g., weighted score), reflecting a logical extension of the root meaning.
The researcher used a weighted average to account for sample size differences.
She prefers sleeping under a weighted blanket for its calming effect.
The fisherman weighted the net to ensure it sank properly.
The final grade is calculated using a weighted system, with exams counting more than quizzes.
The gymnast’s vest was weighted to increase the intensity of her training.