Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
heft
noun
/hɛft/
Definition
The weight or heaviness of an object.
Examples
- She tested the heft of the package before deciding to lift it.
- The heft of his argument made a compelling case for the proposal.
- He felt the heft of the dumbbell before starting his workout.
Meaning
Heft refers to the force of gravity acting on an object, giving it substantial weight. It can also denote the importance or significance of something, both physically and metaphorically.
Synonyms
- weight
- mass
- heaviness
- load
