gymnastic

American  

[jim-nas-tik] / dʒɪmˈnæs tɪk /

Also gymnastical

adjective

1. of or relating to physical exercises that develop and demonstrate strength, balance, and agility, especially such exercises performed mostly on special equipment.

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gymnastic British  

/ dʒɪmˈnæstɪk /

adjective

1. of, relating to, like, or involving gymnastics

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Other Word Forms

• ungymnastic
  adjective
• gymnastically
  adverb

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Etymology

Origin of gymnastic

1565–75; < Middle French gymnastique < Latin gymnasticus < Greek gymnastikós, equivalent to gymnáz ( ein ) ( see gymnasium ¹) + -tikos -tic

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Example Sentences

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gymnastic

The newest version of Sora adds sound effects and dialogue to videos, depicting Olympic gymnastic routines, scuba diving and other activities.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2025

The gymnastic style of dancing originated in New York in the 1970s.

From BBC ● Jan. 25, 2024

In Olympic competitions, the "degree of difficulty" of a dive, gymnastic performance or ice-skating jump is factored into the score.

From Salon ● Jan. 20, 2023

According to Smith, Crighton initially joined the school to “enhance his gymnastic training” but soon “dedicated himself” to ballet and modern theater dance, “achieving outstanding examination results.”

From Washington Post ● Jan. 17, 2023

From the equipment closet, Mr. Jones drags gymnastic mats.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

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