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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Allen, though, has been impressed with the rookie’s physicality and ability to strike blocks. Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026 And that is the undercurrent to me of any objections towards physicality in women's pro-athletics because a lot of people don't believe women should be playing professional sports as is. Sam Fragoso, NPR, 10 Sep. 2026 Of Devgn’s performance, Pathak points to restraint rather than the physicality the actor is known for elsewhere. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026 The comedic play, which is set at a silent retreat, has the unique convention of having the majority of its characters barely speak, and rather rely on their physicality. Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 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 15 Sep. 2026.

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