Phrasal Verbs

weigh up

This page is about the phrasal verb weigh up

Meaning

to consider the good and bad points before making a decision

Synonym

assess

For example

  • weigh up sth They'll need to weigh up the pros and cons of each location before deciding where to build their factory.

  • weigh sth up The judge told the jury to weigh the evidence up carefully before reaching a verdict.

Quick Quiz

Before deciding to get a puppy, you need to carefully weigh up

a. the price you'll pay

b. your other pets

c. the benefits and drawbacks
a) the price you'll pay b) your other pets c) the benefits and drawbacks

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Contributor: Matt Errey