Definitions

1. noun

The state or quality of being heavy; a feeling of weight or oppression

“The heaviness of the air in the valley made it hard to breathe.”

2. noun

A quality or feeling of seriousness, solemnity, or gravity

“The heaviness of the situation made it difficult to make a decision.”

3. noun

A feeling of tiredness or weariness, especially due to overwork

“The heaviness of her workload led to exhaustion and burnout.”

4. noun

A musical term referring to a slow and solemn tempo

“The composer used a sense of heaviness to create a somber atmosphere.”