athleticism

noun

ath·​let·​i·​cism ath-ˈle-tə-ˌsi-zəm 

: athletic ability : the combination of qualities (such as speed, strength, and agility) that are characteristic of an athlete

These days they do standing backflips and other moves that require a high degree of athleticism—and endless practice.

—Cathy Booth Thomas

Examples of athleticism in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Hampton’s vision and athleticism have been on display. —Daniel Popper, New York Times, 31 July 2025

Bowman, who is committed to USC, offers an impressive blend of athleticism and physicality at 6-foot-5 and 225 pounds. —Dan Albano, Oc Register, 30 July 2025

Mychal and Julie Thompson welcomed Klay into the world on Feb. 8, 1990, passing down their own athleticism to their son. —Emily J. Shiffer, People.com, 30 July 2025

That would give Milwaukee three shooters to space the floor around Antetokounmpo while keeping enough athleticism and defensive punch to hold their own. Projection: Green (24 minutes) Trent Jr. (16 minutes) Porter Jr. (8 minutes) Small Forward Rotation This is where the Bucks' rotation gets tricky. —Brian Sampson, Forbes.com, 30 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1835, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for athleticism

• shamanism