Meaning of athletic in English

Table of contents
  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions
  3. Qualitative Adjective
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌæθ(ə)ˈlɛdɪk/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    athletic

    Definitions

    1. vigorously active

    Examples

    • « an acrobatic dance »
    • « an athletic child »
    • « athletic playing »
    • « gymnastic exercises »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. having a sturdy and well proportioned body

    Examples

    • « an athletic build »

    Synonyms

  3. Qualitative Adjective

    athletic

    Etymology

    mid 17th century: from French athlétique or Latin athleticus, from Greek athlētikos, from athlētēs (see athlete)

    Definitions

    1. relating to or befitting athletics or athletes

    Examples

    • « athletic facilities »

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