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

Brayden Burries, a 6-4 shooting guard from Arizona, boasts a polished two-way game and versatility, a style that has been compared to Orlando’s Desmond Bane, with similar strength and physicality. — Janis Carr, Oc Register, 21 June 2026

The Atlas Lions also frustrated their Scottish foes with their physicality, taking down Christie, McTominay and others with a series of hard challenges that did not draw whistles. — Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 20 June 2026

Miller has a thin frame and struggles with physicality. — John Hollinger, New York Times, 20 June 2026

Carlo Ancelotti, speaking at a press conference on Thursday at the Philadelphia Stadium, said the matchup between Haiti and Scotland was balanced and praised the Haitians’ physicality. — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 19 June 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