weightage

noun

UK/ˈweɪ.tɪdʒ/
US/ˈweɪ.t̬ɪdʒ/

Definitions of weightage noun

  1. Uncountable

    The relative value or degree of importance assigned to something in comparison to other things.

    • In the grading of this project, innovation carries a significant weightage.

    • Class participation accounts for 20% of the weightage in the overall assessment.

    • The final exam has a higher weightage than the regular assignments in the final grade.