Synonyms for

Middleweight

Verb / ˈmɪdʌˌlweɪt / Another word for middleweight — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Middleweight is a weight class in combat sports, typically between 154 and 168 pounds (70 and 76 kg).

Synonyms & similar words

mid-weight half-heavyweight inbetweener catchweight tweener tweenweight midweight averageweight usualweight standardweight moderateweight

Example sentences

  1. The middleweight division is highly competitive.
  2. He is training to become a middleweight boxer.
  3. She won a silver medal in the middleweight category at the Olympics.
  4. The middleweight champion will defend his title next month.
  5. He is the top-ranked middleweight fighter in the world.

Quotes

  • "I'm still the best middleweight in the world." - Gennady Golovkin
  • "I'm the best middleweight in the world. I'll fight anyone, anytime, anywhere." - Canelo Alvarez
  • "I think I'm the best middleweight in the world." - Chris Eubank Jr.

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