athleticism

[ ath-let-uh-siz-uhm ]

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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of athleticism¹

athletic ( def ) + -ism ( def )

Example Sentences

“He could be an edge rusher. He could do all those things because of his speed, strength, his agility, his athleticism. It’s off the charts.”

From Los Angeles Times

Moenoa expected, with his size and athleticism, that the seventh grader would gravitate to defense.

From Los Angeles Times

In last week’s 30-27 defeat to the Buffalo Bills, he displayed his athleticism by intercepting a pass that bounced off a receiver’s chest near the end zone.

From Los Angeles Times

Words hardly do justice to the athleticism and quality required to produce the finish Haaland achieved, and even his team-mates were in awe.

From BBC

He has been so good, he has been like a new signing, and I am not surprised the fans have taken to him, with his wonderful athleticism and dribbling ability.

From BBC