Athleticism
n.energetic, capableprofessional
What it means
The combined strength, agility, stamina, and coordination used in physical performance.
Reach for it when praising a broad physical capacity shown through movement
The goalkeeper's athleticism saved three difficult shots.
Choose between these
6- everyday
fitness
health and capacity for sustained activity are central
not when Fitness can be measured without any exceptional coordination or sporting skill.
- everyday
sporting ability
plain language should cover general competence in sport
not when Sporting ability may include tactics and technique beyond physical athleticism.
- warm
ability to exert force deserves emphasis
not when Strength alone can produce slow or poorly coordinated movement.
- professional
rapid controlled movement is the decisive quality
not when Agility covers quick controlled movement but omits athleticism's power and stamina.
- professional
coordination
accurate control of several movements is the evidence
not when Coordination does not establish cardiovascular capacity or force.
- professional
physicality
forceful bodily presence shapes the performance
not when Physicality can imply contact or size and may overlook finesse.
Said against
3- frailty
- clumsiness
- inactivity
It naturally appears in
3- natural athleticism
Natural athleticism helped, but careful technique kept the landing safe.
- remarkable athleticism
The rescue displayed remarkable athleticism under difficult conditions.
- display athleticism
The course lets competitors display athleticism without unnecessary risk.