The Opposite(Antonym) of “weight”
The antonyms of weight are lightness and featherweight. The antonyms lightness and featherweight convey a lack of heaviness or mass. It implies something that is easy to lift, carry, or move.
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Definitions and Examples of lightness, featherweight
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
The quality or state of being light in weight.
Example
The lightness of the package made it easy for her to carry it upstairs.
A weight classification in boxing and other sports, below lightweight.
Example
He was a skilled boxer who fought in the featherweight category.
Key Differences: lightness vs featherweight
- 1Lightness refers to the quality or state of being light in weight, while featherweight is a weight classification in sports.
- 2Lightness is a general term that describes the opposite of heaviness, while featherweight is a specific term used in sports.
Effective Usage of lightness, featherweight
- 1Sports: Use featherweight to describe a weight classification in boxing and other sports.
- 2Everyday Life: Use lightness to describe the quality or state of being light in weight.
- 3Fitness: Use featherweight to describe a type of exercise equipment that is light in weight.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Lightness conveys the quality or state of being light in weight, while featherweight is a weight classification in sports. Use these words in different contexts such as sports, everyday life, and fitness to describe the opposite of heaviness or mass.
