physicality

noun

phys·​i·​cal·​i·​ty ˌfi-zə-ˈka-lə-tē How to pronounce physicality (audio)
plural physicalities
Synonyms of physicalitynext
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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The Heat came out with an intent to play with more physicality on Thursday after Tuesday’s blowout loss. Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 10 Apr. 2026 But chatbots lack the physicality crucial for Buddhist ritual. ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026 Sources have told The Star that KU’s staff believed in Tiller’s potential but wanted to see more physicality and aggression. Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026 But Jackson is different with the rare combination of size, agility, speed and physicality. Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for physicality

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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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 20 Apr. 2026.

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