Athletic

Word ATHLETIC
Character 8
Hyphenation ath let ic
Pronunciations /æθˈlɛt.ɪk/

Definitions and meanings of "Athletic"

What do we mean by athletic?

Of or befitting athletics or athletes. adjective

Characterized by or involving physical activity or exertion. adjective

Physically strong and well-developed; muscular. adjective

Pertaining to athletes or to the exercises practised by them: as, athletic sports. Hence Strong; robust; vigorous; physically powerful and active.

An athlete. noun

Of or pertaining to athletes or to the exercises practiced by them. adjective

Befitting an athlete; strong; muscular; robust; vigorous. adjective

Having to do with athletes adjective

Physically active adjective

Having a muscular, well developed body, being in shape adjective

An attribute of a motion or play which requires fine physical ability adjective

Having a sturdy and well proportioned body adjective

Relating to or befitting athletics or athletes adjective

Vigorously active adjective

Having to do with athletes.

Physically active.

Having a muscular, well developed body, being in shape.

An attribute of a motion or play which requires fine physical ability.

Synonyms and Antonyms for Athletic

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The word "athletic" in example sentences

Organizer Amanda Hoffman says this is a celebration of the breed, which she describes as athletic, intelligent and a little goofy. ❋ Unknown (2010)

They are also very agile and do very well in athletic competitions. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Hard work is obviously a factor in athletic ability. ❋ Unknown (2010)

"I do recognize that there is a reason institutions invest in athletic programs," Carlucci says, referring to the positive public attention that schools seek in exchange for the type of financial risk Houston is taking. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The only ‘billion dollar’ amount is in athletic performance doping, or to be more precise, doped-athlete performances. ❋ Unknown (2010)

An NCAA panel is reviewing the recent proliferation in athletic department employees. ❋ Unknown (2010)

I would never use drugs to help me in athletic competition. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The increase in athletic expenses has run counter to trends in many state appropriations, data show. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Carlucci says the university's budget office staff is now deeply involved in athletic budgeting matters, demanding plans for increased fundraising and attendance, plus the negotiation of better concession, royalty and travel contracts. ❋ Unknown (2010)

From the perspective of a culture immersed in athletic doping wars, the use of such drugs may seem like cheating. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The Olympics are supposed to be a time of coming together to take pride in athletic accomplishments from around the world. ❋ Unknown (2010)

On another level, the nations replace war with sport, competing against one another in athletic contests rather than military ones. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Like maybe to hold up a nomination a Senator needs to do a headstand (with an assist from staffers if necessary in athletic terms) on the Senate floor and say “I Richard Shelby wish to delay a vote on [Person's name] until tomorrow, February 6, 2010.” ❋ Unknown (2010)

Altogether, over the last five years, the university has covered $43 million in athletic expenses while student fees have covered $21 million. ❋ Unknown (2010)

And it has accumulated $24 million in athletic operating debt, even with the subsidies. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Before Tuesday's event began, female college and Olympic athletes led groups of girls in athletic activities, including soccer drills, passing volleyballs, shooting baskets and doing cheerleading lifts. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Focus involves the ability to concentrate on those things that help you perform your best, shift focus when the demands of the situation change, and avoid distractions that are ever present in athletic arena. ❋ Dr. Jim Taylor (2010)

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