physicality

noun

phys·​i·​cal·​i·​ty ˌfi-zə-ˈka-lə-tē 

plural physicalities

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The 2024 first-round pick has started to heat up with additional physicality. — Mike Kaye july 31, Charlotte Observer, 31 July 2026

With the pads not coming on until next week, the early practice sessions put more focus on technique and conditioning before the physicality ramps up on Monday. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 30 July 2026

Maresca had been very keen to sign Malo Gusto from Chelsea, as the Frenchman is seen to have the right blend of attacking and defensive attributes, as well as physicality and dynamism. — Sam Lee, New York Times, 30 July 2026

The league shifted its approach to officiating this season with an emphasis on increasing foul calls and diluting the amount of unnecessary physicality in the game. — Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for physicality

• abnormality
• cardinality
• commonality
• communality
• cordiality
• corporeality
• criminality
• criticality
• functionality
• generality
• geniality
• hospitality