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weighty statement

[ˈweɪti ˈsteɪtmənt]
nounpl: weighty statements
declaração ponderosa
1. An important, serious, or significant declaration that carries considerable meaning, importance, or consequence
The president made a weighty statement about the economic crisis.
O presidente fez uma declaração ponderosa sobre a crise econômica.
2. A pronouncement or assertion that is grave, substantial, and demands serious consideration
Her weighty statement on climate change resonated with the audience.
Sua declaração ponderosa sobre mudanças climáticas ressoou com a audiência.
NYC Slang
heavy statement
Synonyms
serious declarationmomentous pronouncementsignificant assertiongrave statementconsequential remark
Antonyms
trivial remarklight commentinsignificant statementfrivolous declaration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
declaração importante/ponderosa
Common usage in formal contexts
São Paulo
declaração relevante
Business and political discourse
Portugal
afirmação de peso
Formal written and spoken Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

a word to the wise
food for thought
matter of great import
words that carry weight
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