welterweights
The word “welterweights” has 3 syllables: wel-ter-weights
It's pronounced as /ˈwɛltɚˌweɪts/
What is synonym and antonym for welterweights?
In the thesaurus, “welterweights” has 18 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for welterweights along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for welterweights
- bantamweights
- boxers
- cruiserweights
- featherweights
- fighters
- flyweights
- gladiators
- heavyweights
- light heavyweights
- lightweights
- middleweights
- palookas
- prizefighters
- pugilists
- pugs
- sluggers
- stumblebums
- superheavyweights
Meanings of welterweights
- noun
- A boxer weighing more than a lightweight boxer and less than a middleweight boxer; someone boxing in the welterweight class.
- A weight of 28 pounds (or 40 pounds: a heavy welterweight), sometimes imposed in addition to weight for age, chiefly in steeplechases and hurdle races.
Example Sentences
- The match featured two of the top welterweights in the world.
- Many famous welterweights have gone on to become boxing legends.
- The tournament gathered skilled welterweights from across the country.
- Young fighters often aspire to compete against experienced welterweights.
- The crowd cheered loudly as the welterweights entered the ring.
On this page you'll find 18 synonyms or another words to welterweights, such as: bantamweights, boxers, cruiserweights, featherweights, fighters, flyweights, gladiators.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.