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heavyweight

The word “heavyweight” has 3 syllables: heav-y-weight

It's pronounced as /ˈhev.iˌweɪt/

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In the thesaurus, “heavyweight” has 95 synonyms and 25 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for heavyweight along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for heavyweight

Antonyms for heavyweight

Meanings of heavyweight

  • noun
    1. A very large, heavy, or impressive person.
    2. The professional boxing weight class for boxers weighing more than 190 pounds; a boxer in that division.
    3. (uncountable) A similar division and contestant in other sports.
  • adjective
    1. Of the heavyweight boxing (or similar) division.
    2. Being relatively heavy.
    3. Being a leader in one's field.
    4. Important or impressive.

Example Sentences

  • The heavyweight boxer won the championship after a tough match.
  • She became a political heavyweight in a very short time.
  • Several tech heavyweights attended the international summit.
  • The company is considered a heavyweight in the automotive industry.
  • The tournament featured a famous heavyweight from Europe.

On this page you'll find 120 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to heavyweight, such as: VIP, abundant, ample, awkward, baron, beefy, big.

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