Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

weightage

Noun
/ˈweɪtɪdʒ/
Definition
The relative importance or value assigned to something within a particular context.
Examples
  • In the final exam, the weightage of the project was higher than that of the midterms.
  • Different subjects may have different weightages in determining a student’s overall grade.
  • The weightage given to each question in the test affects the total score.
Meaning
Weightage refers to how much importance is given to a specific element in a comparison, assessment, or analysis.
Synonyms
  • Importance
  • Significance
  • Valuation
  • Emphasis
  • Value