WEIGHED DOWN Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

weighed down

verb

past tense of weigh down

as in got down

to make sad all these tragedies occurring simultaneously are weighing me down

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Recent Examples of weighed down Revenue fell from a year earlier, weighed down by some weakness in its core automotive business. — Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026 The market has been weighed down as of late by worries about the sustainability of the AI trade amid debt and demand concerns. — Sean Conlon,lee Ying Shan,fred Imbert, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2026 His body was then dragged from the carport to an outdoor storage area near the garage, where it was covered with a curtain and weighed down with a full-size pickup truck toolbox, per the outlet. — Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2026 Jay, Tony, Saahil and Sameer come from middle-class homes, and each is weighed down by family duties while hoping for something better. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026 It’s paired with a blend of lightweight sunflower, olive, and jojoba oils that melt down makeup, sunscreen, and excess sebum without leaving skin feeling slick or weighed down. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026 Dining here is fun, fresh, plentiful, and food is cooked to perfection—but also fuel for long game drives that will keep you feeling spritely, never weighed down. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 Potato Salad Since potato salads can be weighed down by mayonnaise, adding a little sauerkraut to the mix will bring a zip of briny flavor and crunch. — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 23 Sep. 2026 The designers and brands succeeding right now appear to be those who understand how to honor history and invigorate the brand, without being held back or weighed down by legacy. — Fiona Sinclair Scott, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighed down

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With that out of the way, the men got down to serious gameplay, with the first suggestion being a round of the Ring Around the Rosey-esque game Drop the Handkerchief.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 Oct. 2026
There, the ground was covered in rose petals, and Noah got down on one knee.

— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of got down

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Jim Crow segregation, discrimination and systemic racism further depressed the Black population’s ability to build wealth that is still largely concentrated among white families.

— Fatima Hussein, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
Jim Crow segregation, discrimination and systemic racism further depressed the Black population's ability to build wealth that is still largely concentrated among white families.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of depressed

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But Washburn is further troubled by A-83’s language mandating hunting and angling as preferred methods of wildlife management.

— Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 15 Oct. 2026
Although California had technically abolished slavery in its 1849 constitution, no legal authority troubled Smith about his human property.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of troubled

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The deal drew concern from legislators and delivery drivers, who worried about reduced competition.

— Jay Ganglani, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2026
Korpi wanted to leave the experiment because he wasn’t allowed to study for an upcoming graduate school admission test, and was getting worried about being unprepared.

— Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of worried

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We're deeply saddened to hear of his passing, and our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026
The Cincinnati Reds are saddened by the passing of former first baseman and 1990 World Series champion Todd Benzinger.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of saddened

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Opponents of Proposition 40 are concerned that the threat of wealth taxes will lead to billionaires continuing to leave the state, resulting in a long-term decrease in state income tax revenue.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Campaign promises Castro says residents continue to be concerned about development, corruption and public safety.

— Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of concerned

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