Meaning of WEIGH DOWN

Pronunciation:			wey dawn
WordNet Dictionary
	Definition:		[v]  exert a force with a heavy weight; "The snow bore down on the roof" [v]  be oppressive or disheartening to
	Synonyms:		bear down, bear down on, drag down, press down on, weigh on
	Antonyms:		buoy up, lighten
	See Also:		press, sadden