athleticism

noun

ath·​let·​i·​cism ath-ˈle-tə-ˌsi-zəm How to pronounce athleticism (audio)
: athletic ability : the combination of qualities (such as speed, strength, and agility) that are characteristic of an athlete
These days they do standing backflips and other moves that require a high degree of athleticism—and endless practice.Cathy Booth Thomas

Examples of athleticism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The Bulldogs have added athleticism and speed with players from the basketball, soccer and softball teams. Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 2 Sep. 2024 The Indian Army observed Devi’s athleticism at an army camp in 2019, and has since been providing her educational and medical support, according to the Indian Express. Chad De Guzman, TIME, 2 Sep. 2024 Even if that excellence is forged from a masculinist construction of athleticism and dance? Aja Romano, Vox, 14 Aug. 2024 Williams is showing athleticism and good hands, which could put the would-be high school senior on the field for FSU in a few weeks. Bob Ferrante, Orlando Sentinel, 9 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for athleticism 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1835, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of athleticism was circa 1835

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“Athleticism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/athleticism. Accessed 18 Sep. 2024.

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