MAJOR LEAGUER Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

major leaguer

noun

as in heavyweight

one of high position or importance within a group it was never a major leaguer among book publishers

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Recent Examples of major leaguer Butch Huskey, who spent nearly a decade with the Mets as a minor leaguer and major leaguer playing four different positions, passed away at the age of 54 on Friday, the team announced. — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026 Jack Wilson, a 12-year major leaguer who also played shortstop, instilled in his son that defense comes first. — ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026 Tony Gwynn went 4-for-5, singling in his first at-bat to become the 22nd major leaguer to reach 3,000 hits, as the San Diego Padres beat the Montreal Expos 12-10. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 Lachlan Cunningham / Getty Images He has always been known for his expert color commentary and insights as a former major leaguer, and is beloved for his passion and loyalty to the team and the Giants fan base. — Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 And in a trade market with few sellers willing to trade for prospects, major leaguer-for-major leaguer exchanges appear likely. — Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 23 July 2026

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Noun

Roman Dolidze Light heavyweight TKO in Round 1 MarQuel Mederos def.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Hayden Panettiere’s ex-fiancé, former heavyweight-boxing champion Wladimir Klitschko, posted a touching tribute to her following her death at 36.

— Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of heavyweight

Noun

The album also features cameos by heavies from Gojira, Lamb of God, Queens of the Stone Age, and Clutch.

— Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026
The one-room restaurant retains the clean, minimalist aesthetic that Anthony has cultivated at the upscale sushi counter but has more stone incorporated into the space than a traditional, wood-heavy omakase would.

— Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of heavy

Noun

And yes, their other brother is former big leaguer Colby Rasmus.

— Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Replacing him at shortstop is Lombard, the son of former big leaguer and current Detroit Tigers bench coach George Lombard, who Yankees fans have been waiting to see make his debut.

— Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of big leaguer

Noun

Thibodeau is a big boy, and Dolan is still paying him a lot of money from that $30 million extension signed in the summer of 2024.

— Ian O'Connor, New York Times, 17 June 2026
But taking on one of Wall Street’s big boys, and then getting squashed for it, ranks right up there.

— Liz Peek, Washington Post, 4 May 2026

Definition of big boy

Noun

After England have raised a glass comes a three-match one-day international series this week when India will welcome back big guns including captain Shubman Gill and legends Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli.

— Paul Newman, New York Times, 12 July 2026
Clinging to a one-run lead and with the top of the order due up, Tracy went to one of his big guns, calling in Whitlock to put out the fire.

— Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 24 May 2026

Definition of big gun

Noun

Sometimes lions will range into the area from their primary turf along the Skeleton Coast, causing much excitement amongst humans and animals alike.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office investigates the lion’s share of the murders, conducting investigations in 27 of the county’s 34 municipalities.

— Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of lion

Noun

For all of its strengths, my one wish for the Weber Kettle is better wheel nuts holding the big wheels in place.

— Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 17 May 2026
Denali versions aim for gloss, chrome, big wheels and illuminated badging, while the AT4 gets the tougher costume - 35-inch allou-terrain tires, red recovery hooks, extra ground clearance and a more trail-minded stance flavor.

— Josh Max, Forbes.com, 6 May 2026

Definition of big wheel

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