weightlifting
2 synonyms for weightlifting, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Exercise that involves lifting weights to build strength.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
weight training
weightlift
How to use weightlifting
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
take up weightlifting
competitive weightlifting
weightlifting training
a weightlifting championship
It is a neutral, everyday word used in both casual fitness talk and formal sporting contexts.
Etymology
Weightlifting is formed by joining the English words weight and lifting.
Full origin of weightlifting →Frequently asked questions
What does weightlifting mean?
It refers both to exercising with weights to build strength and to the competitive sport of lifting heavy weights.
What events are in weightlifting as a sport?
Competitive weightlifting involves two events, the snatch and the clean and jerk.
Is weightlifting the same as powerlifting?
No, they are different sports with different lifts, though both involve lifting heavy weights.
