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- [ath-let-ik]
- /æθˈlɛt ɪk/
- /æθ.ˈle.tɪ.ˌsɪ.zəm/
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- [ath-let-ik]
- /æθˈlɛt ɪk/
Definitions of athleticism word
- uncountable noun athleticism Athleticism is someone's fitness and ability to perform well at sports or other physical activities. 3
- noun athleticism physical prowess consisting variously of coordination, dexterity, vigor, stamina, etc. 3
- adjective athleticism physically active and strong; good at athletics or sports: an athletic child. 1
- adjective athleticism of, like, or befitting an athlete. 1
- adjective athleticism of or relating to athletes; involving the use of physical skills or capabilities, as strength, agility, or stamina: athletic sports; athletic training. 1
- adjective athleticism for athletics: an athletic field. 1
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Origin of athleticism
First appearance:
before 1595 One of the 38% oldest English words
1595-1605; < Latin āthlēticus < Greek āthlētikós. See athlete, -ic
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Parts of speech for Athleticism
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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athleticism popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for athleticism
noun athleticism
- lithe — bending readily; pliant; limber; supple; flexible: the lithe body of a ballerina.
- muscularity — of or relating to muscle or the muscles: muscular strain.
- power — a heavy blow or a loud, explosive noise.
- powerfulness — having or exerting great power or force.
- strength — the quality or state of being strong; bodily or muscular power; vigor.
Antonyms for athleticism
noun athleticism
- clumsiness — awkward in movement or action; without skill or grace: He is very clumsy and is always breaking things.
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