hefty
Definition
Meaning: Hefty (adjective) means large, heavy, or substantial in size, amount, or weight; often implies something impressive or burdensome.
La signification: Hefty (adjectif) signifie grand, lourd ou substantiel en taille, quantité ou poids ; implique souvent quelque chose d’impressionnant ou de lourd.
Example: "She received a hefty fine for speeding."
Grammar: Adjective, used to describe a noun, indicating its size, weight, or extent. Can be comparative (heftier) or superlative (heftiest).
Quote: "The past record didn't help and that's why the fine is so hefty." [Collins]
N.B.: "Hefty" is often used in informal contexts to emphasize size or significance, such as a large amount of money or a physically imposing object. In French, it can be translated as "considérable," "lourd," or "important."
Word Analysis
Français »» Considérable »» Lourd »» Important Ⓐ Il a reçu une amende considérable. Ⓑ Ce sac est vraiment lourd. English »» Large »» Heavy »» Substantial Ⓐ They paid a hefty sum for the house. Ⓑ The boxer threw a hefty punch.
Dialogue
Emma: "Did you see the bill for the repairs?"
Liam: "Yeah, it’s a hefty amount! We’ll need to budget for it."
Emma: "And that hefty toolbox you bought didn’t help."
Liam: "True, but it’s worth it for the quality."
Poem Extract
Weebill
Caught a weebill in my car grille,
bird twice the weight of a hefty beetle.
Only heard it when I left the bush.
If it couldn’t home it would likely perish.
Extracted, it whirred off, copse and hollow.
I couldn’t drive after it, couldn’t follow
its speed among parrots and bigger birds.
I braked, and said a line of words.
All wasted. Its cohort would supply
its brood with forage, if it should die.
If not, it would announce its own homecoming
Relearning how to slow and sing.
Read the full poem
Etymology
Origin: The word hefty comes from the Middle English "heft," meaning weight or heaviness, derived from Old Norse "hefð," related to "heave." It evolved in the 19th century to describe something large or substantial.
Modern Usage: Hefty is commonly used in informal English to describe large sizes, amounts, or weights, often with a sense of being impressive or burdensome.
Grammar Note: Hefty is an adjective, typically placed before a noun. Example: "He carried a hefty bag of groceries."
Audience
Hefty is often used in casual, business, or descriptive contexts. It’s ideal for writers, speakers, or students aiming to emphasize size, weight, or significance in an informal way.
When to use: Use hefty to describe something notably large or substantial, such as a price, object, or effort. Example: "The project required a hefty investment of time."
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Common Idioms & Expressions Related to "hefty"
Hefty price
A large or expensive amount of money.
Example: "The car came with a hefty price tag."
Hefty load
A heavy or burdensome weight, either physical or metaphorical.
Example: "The workers carried a hefty load of bricks."
Hefty sum
A substantial amount of money.
Example: "She donated a hefty sum to the charity."
Heavy duty
Designed to withstand heavy use or large tasks.
Example: "We need heavy-duty equipment for this hefty job."
Big-ticket
Something expensive or significant in cost.
Example: "The company invested in a big-ticket item to boost production."
Weighty matter
A serious or important issue.
Example: "The hefty decision weighed heavily on her mind."
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