What is another word for gave little weight to?
Pronunciation: [ɡˈe͡ɪv lˈɪtə͡l wˈe͡ɪt tuː] (IPA) 
When expressing skepticism or doubt about something, instead of using the phrase "gave little weight to," there are a multitude of other phrases to choose from. One such synonym is "took with a grain of salt," which implies that while the speaker heard the information, they are unsure of its validity. Another option is "brushed off," which means to dismiss something as unimportant or irrelevant. "Disregarded" is another synonym with a similar connotation. One could also say they "didn't put much stock in" what they were hearing, meaning they didn't consider it to be highly valuable or trustworthy.
