Sportsman: meaning, definitions and examples
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sportsman
[ หspษหtsmษn ]
athletic competition
A person who is skilled in sports and competes in athletic competitions. Sportsmen are often admired for their physical abilities and dedication to their chosen sport.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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sportsman |
Used to describe a person who participates in sports, especially with a focus on fair play and good behavior. Often implies participation in multiple sports.
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athlete |
Refers to someone who is proficient in sports and physical activities, often at a professional or competitive level. Emphasizes physical ability and fitness.
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competitor |
Used to describe someone who competes in any form of contest, not necessarily sports. Implies a focus on competition and winning.
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player |
Often used to describe someone who participates in team sports or games, particularly those involving a specific role or position.
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Examples of usage
- He is a talented sportsman who has won multiple gold medals in swimming competitions.
- The young sportsman trained hard every day to improve his basketball skills.
ethical behavior
A man of good character and ethical principles, especially in the context of fair play and honesty in sports.
Synonyms
fair player, gentleman, honorable competitor.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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sportsman |
Used to describe someone, usually a man, who plays sports, often showing skill and a positive attitude towards the game. It can also highlight an individual's overall engagement in sports and physical activities.
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gentleman |
Originally a term to describe a man of good social standing, but in sports, it refers to someone who shows great respect, courtesy, and ethical behavior, on and off the field. It has a slightly formal and old-fashioned tone.
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fair player |
Highlights someone who participates in a sport while adhering strictly to the rules and demonstrating fairness to others. This term is often used to emphasize integrity and respect in competition.
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honorable competitor |
Refers to someone who competes with a strong sense of ethics, honor, and respect for the spirit of the game. It emphasizes moral strength and dignified behavior in competition.
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Examples of usage
- He is not just a great athlete, but also a true sportsman who always plays fairly and respects his opponents.
Translations
Translations of the word "sportsman" in other languages:
๐ต๐น atleta
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคฒเคพเคกเคผเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Sportler
๐ฎ๐ฉ atlet
๐บ๐ฆ ัะฟะพัััะผะตะฝ
๐ต๐ฑ sportowiec
๐ฏ๐ต ในใใผใ้ธๆ (ในใใผใใใใใ )
๐ซ๐ท sportif
๐ช๐ธ deportista
๐น๐ท sporcu
๐ฐ๐ท ์ด๋์ ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฑูุงุถู
๐จ๐ฟ sportovec
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกportovec
๐จ๐ณ ่ฟๅจๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ ลกportnik
๐ฎ๐ธ รญรพrรณttamaรฐur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฟะพัััั
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแ แขแกแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ idmanรงฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ deportista
Etymology
The term 'sportsman' originated in the early 18th century, derived from 'sport' meaning recreational activity or game, and '-man' indicating a person. Initially, it referred to someone who engaged in hunting, shooting, fishing, and other outdoor activities. Over time, the term evolved to encompass individuals involved in athletic competitions and embodying values of fair play and sportsmanship.
See also: sport, sporting, sportscaster, sportsmen, sportspeople, sportster, sportswear, sportswoman, sportswomen, sporty.