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

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

Reid partly credits the unique athleticism of hockey players.

From The Wall Street Journal

The catch itself - the athleticism to dive at leg gully and take the ball in his right hand - was impressive.

From BBC

Full-court pressure defense and lots of speed and athleticism will make Redondo Union perhaps the main challenger to Sierra Canyon this season.

From Los Angeles Times

It may have been a smaller training group, but Newcastle tried to rediscover "their energy and athleticism" during the international break.

From BBC