sporty

[spawr-tee, spohr-]

adjective

Informal.

sportier, sportiest 

1. flashy; showy.

2. smart in dress, behavior, etc.

3. like or befitting a sportsman.

4. dissipated; fast.

   a sporty crowd.

5. designed for or suitable for sport.

sporty

/ ˈspɔːtɪ /

adjective

1. (of a person) fond of sport or outdoor activities

2. (of clothes) having the appearance of sportswear

3. (of a car) having the performance or appearance of a sports car

noun

1. informal,  a young person who typically wears sportswear, is competitive about sport , and takes an interest in his or her fitness

Other Word Forms

• sportily adverb
• sportiness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of sporty¹

First recorded in 1885–90; sport + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Skateboarding, while it doesn’t seem conventionally sporty, is a great full-body workout.

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There was no denying it—my sons were sporty.

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"On the other hand my children are very sporty," she said.

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I come from such a sporty family and my mum and dad never questioned me playing football, which I am so grateful for.

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They added that the power upgrades would allow customers to opt for a "sportier" driving experience at any time, "rather than committing from the outset with a higher initial purchase price".

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Related Words

• snazzy