athleticism

American  

[ath-let-uh-siz-uhm] / æθˈlɛt əˌsɪz əm /

noun

1. a high degree of natural talent, strength, or enthusiasm in physical sports or exercises.

   Yoga should be accessible to all people regardless of body type, level of athleticism, or age.

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Etymology

Origin of athleticism

athletic ( def. ) + -ism ( def. )

Example Sentences

It is a demoralising development for his opponents, who already had his dizzying combination of power, athleticism and inventive variety to contend with.

From BBC

Bailey agreed, and the 6-foot-5 Coleman is having the time of his life as a major contributor off the bench, using his athleticism and jumping ability to be a spark.

From Los Angeles Times

"The partnership back together, Saliba and Gabriel, gave them the platform to produce that second-half display. That is what you get from those two, the athleticism, the calmness and the fear factor."

From BBC

The Spain international somehow produced an incredible piece of athleticism to tip the ball over the bar and prevent Brighton from coming two goals down to level.

From BBC

The Canadian started 2025 outside of the world's top 20, but his game - booming serve, vicious groundstrokes and supreme athleticism - came together late in the season.

From BBC