activewear

noun

ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwer 

: sportswear

Examples of activewear in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Basic tees, sweaters, activewear, and jeans are among its standout staples. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 10 Aug. 2026

The activewear brand released its $248 Big-A-- Bag earlier this month. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026

Throw it on over your activewear after a workout or style the white version with your favorite Bermuda shorts and jelly sandals ahead of a family barbecue. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026

This convenient option has a whopping 15 compartments and a 44-pound weight capacity — ideal for storing bags, activewear, or small accessories. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

active entry 1 + -wear (as in sportswear, underwear)

First Known Use

1924, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for activewear

• concessionaire
• abwehr
• affair
• affaire
• airfare
• altair
• armchair
• aware
• beware
• bugbear
• carfare
• childcare

Kids Definition

activewear

noun

ac·​tive·​wear ˈak-tiv-ˌwa(ə)r 

-ˌwe(ə)r

: sportswear