What is another word for weightlifting competition?
Pronunciation: [wˈe͡ɪtlɪftɪŋ kˌɒmpətˈɪʃən] (IPA) 
Weightlifting competitions are events where athletes compete by lifting weights. There are several synonyms for weightlifting competition that can be used to describe these events. Powerlifting competition is one synonym, which refers to competitions where athletes lift maximum weight for a single rep in three lifts; squats, bench press, and deadlifts. Olympic weightlifting competition is another synonym. It refers to competitions that consist of two lifts, the snatch and the clean-and-jerk. It is important to note that weightlifting competitions are not limited to these two variations, as there are other competitions such as strongman competitions, where athletes perform a variety of strength-based events. Overall, weightlifting competitions refer to events where athletes compete in strength-based exercises.
