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

But the manager noted how Newcastle's athleticism - a hallmark of this side at their best - has returned of late, and Gordon's goal against Chelsea was a case in point.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026

But for all the athleticism on display, little emerges that is visually and physically arresting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

A former No. 1 overall pick, Murray blended passing skill with the athleticism teams dream about in modern quarterbacks.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

The arrival of the Popoola twins EJ and OJ, from Detroit, gave the Dolphins size and athleticism.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026

He made his way up to the promenade deck, where he found a riot of athleticism unfolding.

From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown