unsportsmanlike

[US]/ʌnˈspɔːts.mən.laɪk/
[UK]/ʌnˈspɔrts.mənˌlaɪk/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.not conforming to the standards of sportsmanship; unfair or unethical behavior in sports

Phrases & Collocations

unsportsmanlike conduct

unsportsmanlike behavior

unsportsmanlike attitude

unsportsmanlike actions

unsportsmanlike play

unsportsmanlike remarks

unsportsmanlike gestures

unsportsmanlike foul

unsportsmanlike penalties

unsportsmanlike competition

Example Sentences

his unsportsmanlike behavior during the game cost the team a penalty.

it was considered unsportsmanlike to taunt the opposing team.

she received a warning for her unsportsmanlike conduct on the field.

the referee penalized him for his unsportsmanlike actions.

unsportsmanlike behavior can ruin the spirit of competition.

many fans criticized the player for his unsportsmanlike attitude.

coaches should teach their players to avoid unsportsmanlike conduct.

his unsportsmanlike remarks during the interview shocked everyone.

unsportsmanlike gestures can lead to ejections from the game.

players are expected to display sportsmanship and avoid unsportsmanlike behavior.

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