ponderousness

Examples

• All

• Despite the film's brilliant visuals, its ponderousness made it a challenge to watch.

• Her lectures were marked by a ponderousness that often left the audience weary.

• The ponderousness of the meeting was palpable.

• Don't let the ponderousness of the subject discourage you!

• The ponderousness of the lecture made it difficult for the students to stay awake.

• The novel's ponderousness in its lengthy descriptions detracted from the overall storyline.

• Despite its ponderousness, the film was praised for its deep themes and meaningful dialogue.

Synonyms

H

heaviness

vsponderousness

• Literature

1 6.4

A serious slow style that feels hard to read or watch

is less about solemn oppression and more about awkward lack of lightness

V

vapidity

vsponderousness

1 9.3

A lack of energy and interest in speech or writing

is heavier and awkward in manner rather than merely lacking energy

D

drabness

vsponderousness

1 5.1

A plain, dull appearance with no bright color or style

is not only unstylish but also heavy and awkward in manner

S

stodginess

vsponderousness

• UK

8.4

A serious, old-fashioned style that feels boring

is more awkward and heavy in manner rather than just unimaginative

V

vapidness

vsponderousness

8.4

A feeling that something is dull and boring

is more heavy and awkward in style rather than merely plain

P

prosaicness

vsponderousness

9.1

The quality of being ordinary and not exciting

is heavier and more awkward in manner rather than merely ordinary

Antonyms

V

vivacity

1 6.8

Being lively and full of cheerful energy that makes people notice you

G

gracefulness

1 3.2

A smooth, attractive way of moving like a dancer or swan

How Dull

tedium

10 6.8

ponderousness

9.1

liveliness

3 3.4

Surface Forms

Morphology

Etymology