Synonyms of major leagues

major leagues

noun

plural of major league

as in bigs

the highest level of a field of endeavor

when you've landed a tenure-track position at that university, you're playing in the major leagues

Synonyms & Similar Words

• bigs
• big leagues
• big times
• old guards
• establishments

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of major leagues

Adopting relegation and promotion might also prepare our major leagues to consider another soccer hallmark that Americans loathe. — Maurice O'Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 13 June 2026

The probe has put the NFL’s deal making under a microscope and could be a signal that the other major leagues may face their own inquiries. — Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026

Fandom can extend beyond sports, but major leagues represent the largest generators of social connectivity. — Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 11 May 2026

This summer’s transfer window was a record-setting one, with Premier League teams spending more than £3billion — seven of the 20 clubs paid the highest fee in their history — as the division outspent Europe’s other four major leagues combined. — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 5 Oct. 2025