athleticism

[US]/æθ'letɪsɪzəm/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. pursuit of sports, appreciation for sports, enthusiasm for sports.

Example Sentences

His athleticism helped him excel in various sports.

She displayed impressive athleticism during the marathon.

Athleticism is a key factor in becoming a successful athlete.

The coach was impressed by the player's natural athleticism.

Building strength and agility is essential for improving athleticism.

Her athleticism and dedication to training set her apart from other competitors.

The athlete's exceptional athleticism was evident in every game.

Training programs often focus on improving speed, endurance, and overall athleticism.

Athleticism is a combination of physical abilities, coordination, and skill.

His lack of athleticism hindered his progress in the sport.

Real-world Examples

In China, for instance, many older citizens are known for their athleticism.

Source: Selected English short passages

That's led to incredible displays of athleticism, but not everyone is happy about it.

Source: Listening Digest

For other people, they might get inspired by the dolphin's beauty or their athleticism etcetera.

Source: VOA Standard English (Video Version) - 2022 Collection

Those evaluations tended to diverge when it came to more vague areas, like " general athleticism" .

Source: Daily English Listening | Bilingual Intensive Reading July 2023 Collection

Physical and intellectual performance sciences of the United States of America discovered a close relationship between intelligence and athleticism.

Source: Science in Life

So it's not surprising we see greater athleticism in predators.

Source: Nature Magazine: Zoology

Even in white-collar jobs, physical strength and athleticism are prized and endurance is proven by working late into the night.

Source: Harvard Business Review

James continues to evolve, adjust and use his superior skill and intelligence to compensate for any slight decline in athleticism.

Source: Basketball English Class

Highland dancing shows off both athleticism and grace.

Source: Uncle Rich takes you on a trip to Europe.

Her exceptional athleticism helped earned Army the win 3-1.

Source: CNN 10 Student English Comprehensive Listening Collection May 2016

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