physicality

noun

plural physicalities
Synonyms of physicality
1
: intensely physical orientation : predominance of the physical usually at the expense of the mental, spiritual, or social
2
: a physical aspect or quality

Examples of physicality in a Sentence

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Ultimately, Jacksonville State’s physicality should overwhelm FIU on both sides of the ball, resulting in an ugly defeat for the Panthers. Alejandro Hernandez, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026 Harbaugh’s grueling training camp demands had a clear and direct impact on the Giants’ ability to impose their physicality in this practice. Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2026 And Brewer likes that the Dolphins are establishing a standard for physicality. David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 20 Aug. 2026 Alonso brings real aura and pedigree, Henderson and Welbeck can provide some maturity in the squad, while Rogers, Lacroix, Palestra, Quenda and Emegha all offer greater physicality. Liam Twomey, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for physicality

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of physicality was in 1827

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“Physicality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/physicality. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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