WordLens

sport

1 of 2noun
/spɔrt/
Forms:sports
1

a physical activity or competitive game with specific rules that people do for fun or as a profession

A1Learn more on Wikipedia
  • Basketball is a dynamic sport that demands quick thinking and agility.
  • Boxing is a competitive sport demanding strength, speed, and resilience.
  • Football is a popular sport that is played with a round ball and two teams.
  • Volleyball is a team sport played with a ball and a net, where players hit the ball over the net to score points.
  • Hockey is an exciting sport played on ice or field, with sticks and a small puck or ball.
Synonyms:
athletics
2

someone who engages in sports

Synonyms:
sportsmansportswoman
3

verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously)

Synonyms:
playfun
4

(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration

Synonyms:
mutantvariationmutation
5

someone known for their response to challenges, defeat, or difficult circumstances

  • Despite the criticism from the crowd, the athlete remained a good sport and stayed focused on the game.
  • Even though she lost the game, she remained a good sport and congratulated the winner.
  • When his friends teased him about his silly hat, he laughed along and played along with the joke.
6

(Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine

Synonyms:
summercater