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

Throughout the game, Georgia’s sizable talent gap, Kirby Smart’s superior coaching and the Bulldogs’ physicality were evident. — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Oct. 2026

Raymond told reporters that factors like communication and physicality were among the causes of the line’s struggles. — Sean Campbell, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

The heightened athleticism of the NBA often is highlighted through physicality or finishing at the rim. — Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026

Landrew came off the bench for the first time this preseason and used his physicality to get to the basket for a pair of layups in the first half while Oskar Giltay battled with 7-foot-4 Daniel Jacobsen down low. — Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 28 Oct. 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