1
as in organizations
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
a league of concerned parishioners who are seeking a greater voice in church affairs
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in coalitions
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
created to avert future wars, the League of Nations was a forerunner of the United Nations
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in types
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
that falls into a different league of fiction—the popular novel
Synonyms & Similar Words
1
as in cooperates
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
the whole block leagued together to keep a liquor store from opening in their neighborhood
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in collaborates
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
some unlikely political bedfellows leagued together to get the bill passed
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of leagues
Dominic Chu,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
His exploits in the Premier League are well-documented too, having 72 goals while staring for Fulham and Tottenham, the most by any American in top-flight European leagues.
—
Austin Perry Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The studio, featured on a new video page on Sportico’s homepage, will leverage Sportico‘s unique position at the center of the sports business ecosystem, connecting brands with influential decision-makers across leagues, teams, media, finance, technology and investment.
—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
23 June 2026
In addition, Boardroom Sports Holdings invests in sports teams and leagues, including Paris Saint-Germain FC, two-time NWSL champions Gotham FC and MLS’ Philadelphia Union.
—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
22 June 2026
For many fans, backing a team or scenario in a market now sits alongside traditional sportsbooks and fantasy leagues as a default way to participate in big events.
—
Camila Grigera Naón,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
In recent years, the principal has rented out the South Side high school’s campus to churches, nonprofits and sports leagues, and leaned on a new parent group to drum up donations.
—
Mila Koumpilova,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
At that edition in Germany, 19 from the squad of 22 had experience of professional football in Ghana’s top two divisions before leaving for European leagues, usually as teenagers.
—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
The state is expected to receive $5 million from it, but participants in the leagues themselves will not be taxed.
—
Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
While still leagues ahead of other wealthy individuals, Musk isn’t the only Texan with an astronomical net worth.
—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
The new format will be familiar to fans of other sports like soccer, where some leagues feature differentiated divisions that promote and retain the best performing teams, while relegating those who don’t perform as well to lower circuits.
—
Dominic Chu,
CNBC,
23 June 2026
His exploits in the Premier League are well-documented too, having 72 goals while staring for Fulham and Tottenham, the most by any American in top-flight European leagues.
—
Austin Perry Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2026
The studio, featured on a new video page on Sportico’s homepage, will leverage Sportico‘s unique position at the center of the sports business ecosystem, connecting brands with influential decision-makers across leagues, teams, media, finance, technology and investment.
—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
23 June 2026
In addition, Boardroom Sports Holdings invests in sports teams and leagues, including Paris Saint-Germain FC, two-time NWSL champions Gotham FC and MLS’ Philadelphia Union.
—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
22 June 2026
For many fans, backing a team or scenario in a market now sits alongside traditional sportsbooks and fantasy leagues as a default way to participate in big events.
—
Camila Grigera Naón,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
In recent years, the principal has rented out the South Side high school’s campus to churches, nonprofits and sports leagues, and leaned on a new parent group to drum up donations.
—
Mila Koumpilova,
Chicago Tribune,
22 June 2026
At that edition in Germany, 19 from the squad of 22 had experience of professional football in Ghana’s top two divisions before leaving for European leagues, usually as teenagers.
—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
The state is expected to receive $5 million from it, but participants in the leagues themselves will not be taxed.
—
Ben Szalinski,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
Verb
The world watched athletes kneel, teams protest and leagues pause.
—
Jerry Brewer,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
While still leagues ahead of other wealthy individuals, Musk isn’t the only Texan with an astronomical net worth.
—
Julianna Duennes Russ,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for leagues
Noun
-
Two legal aid organizations filed the lawsuit Thursday, calling for answers from the government over the policies and changes related to DACA renewal requests, including data on current average processing times, renewals and the length of time to process them.
-
Various organizations and even civilian volunteers have also joined rescue efforts.
Noun
-
Grassroots coalitions have pushed for limits in California and nationwide as parents have become alarmed over how digital activities are replacing hands-on learning and peer interaction.
-
But the town hall discussions, community coalitions, public petitions and even farmers’ unions reflect American democracy at work.
Noun
-
Once open, the program will provide transitional housing and on-site services to people who are chronically homeless and struggling with drug addiction, mental health or all types of disabilities.
-
But the total tally obscures how there were basically two types of Davis residents, those living close to the project and those living elsewhere in town.
Verb
-
As a matter of practice, the district cooperates fully with any review conducted by the Office for Civil Rights.
-
Your 3rd House of Communication lights up as sensual Venus cooperates with The Great Awakener Uranus in your 1st House of Identity, giving your words charisma and courage.
Verb
-
Social is a family affair—Rivera often collaborates with sister Lexi (#34) on skits and challenges.
-
In 2026 the United States collaborates with Israel to kill Iran’s Ayatollah Khamenei.
Noun
-
The grapegrower and winemaker associations argue that bulk wine imports have increased in recent years, hurting the local wine industry.
-
More than a dozen national and international journalism associations wrote a joint letter calling on the government to withdraw its case after the men's convictions were upheld by a lower court of appeal in March.
Noun
-
The soccer federations of both teams have since complained about the plans, but local organizer Seattle World Cup 26 (SeattleFWC26) has said the celebrations will still go ahead.
-
Phil McCartney, chief innovation, design and product officer for Nike, said the company worked with athletes, coaches and football federations to understand how uniforms affect the game.
Noun
-
The exemptions typically apply to vulnerable populations like people who live in communal environments, healthcare workers and other categories, the staffer said.
-
Prime Day brings an overwhelming amount of discounts across popular product categories.
Cite this Entry
“Leagues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leagues. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
