Synonyms of big league

big league

noun

as in big(s)

often big leagues plural the highest level of a field of endeavor

Broadway is the big leagues, and for big bucks theatergoers expect professionalism

Synonyms & Similar Words

• big(s)
• major league
• big time
• old guard
• establishment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of big league

With a Budweiser in his hand and protective goggles resting on his forehead, Fulmer soaked in not only the booze, but the first big league postseason party of his nine-year career. — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 15 Sep. 2026

The Rockies are weighing the side effects of a work stoppage against the value of exposing Condon to big league pitching as the Rockies focus on building their core moving forward. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2026

Probably not, but after three decades of scratching and clawing for relevance, the Rays might finally have a chance to compete on equal footing with their big league peers. — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 30 Aug. 2026

After being selected by the Philadelphia team in the third round of the 1972 MLB Draft, the Washington native made his big league debut on April 13, 1973, against the New York Mets at the age of 19. — Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 29 Aug. 2026