featherweight

Definitions

A weight class in boxing and other combat sports for competitors weighing between 122 and 126 pounds.

A person or thing that is exceptionally light in weight.

Something considered to be of little importance or influence.

Examples

The boxer moved with the agility of a featherweight as he danced around his opponent.

Despite being a featherweight in the industry, the startup managed to secure a massive contract.

She wore a featherweight silk scarf that felt like nothing against her skin.

Synonyms

lightweight airy delicate slight flimsy insubstantial ethereal

Antonyms

heavyweight hefty massive substantial burdensome ponderous weighty