as in muscular
having great physical strength, skill, or ability
She had always been athletic, playing multiple sports even as a child.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of athletic
The shoe, which was relaunched in 2024, was originally created as a racing shoe and later released as a lifestyle option by the athletic brand.
—
Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
More than 50 works from the gallery’s collection highlight Americans at the pinnacle of athletic performance and creative expression.
—Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 15 May 2026
In addition to her athletic achievements, Boudreaux has received broader recognition in the business world, regularly appearing on Fortune and Forbes lists of the most powerful women in business.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
Ultimately, San Antonio and Wembanyama are too big and athletic for the T-Wolves.
—Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for athletic
Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 15 May 2026
More than 50 works from the gallery’s collection highlight Americans at the pinnacle of athletic performance and creative expression.
—Washington Post Staff, Washington Post, 15 May 2026
In addition to her athletic achievements, Boudreaux has received broader recognition in the business world, regularly appearing on Fortune and Forbes lists of the most powerful women in business.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
Ultimately, San Antonio and Wembanyama are too big and athletic for the T-Wolves.
—Geoff Clark Outkick, FOXNews.com, 15 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for athletic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for athletic
Adjective
-
How To Do a Proper Wall Sit Wall sits provide a glimpse into your muscular endurance, isometric strength, and lower-body stability.—
Christa Sgobba,
Health,
19 May 2026
-
The stern Republic Colonel Ward (Sigourney Weaver) contracts him to liberate Rotta the Hutt (voiced by Jeremy Allen White), a muscular slug alien who is the son of the villainous Jabba, and return him to his family in exchange for some vital information.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
19 May 2026
Adjective
-
But with Cole, Schlittler and Fried potentially healthy, operating at full capacity and spearheading this rotation down the stretch and into October?—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
23 May 2026
-
Essential Care Tips Proper cucumber care leads to a speedy, healthy harvest.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
Adjective
-
The hovercraft tragedy underscores the rapidly changing weather conditions, dangerous waves and strong winds associated with Lake Baikal, reports indicated.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
20 May 2026
-
Beyond keeping bugs away from your guests and food, the zapper also cuts down on the need for bug sprays, which can leave behind strong smells or residue.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
Adjective
-
With flat soles, light textures, and a smooth fit, preppy loafers are a solid option for long days on your feet, from theme park trips to office days.—
Aaron Royce,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
-
Active families, newlyweds, solo travelers, fit friends, long-together couples, locals meeting for drinks—there’s a lovely mix of guests staying at (and just visiting) the property.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
Adjective
-
The powerful monetary incentives provided to our politicians and their PACs have compelled legislative compliance to their global agenda.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
-
The company said powerful AI systems require enormous computing resources, most of which still depend on chips designed by American and allied firms.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
14 May 2026
Adjective
-
The leaders of the future may need to be AI fluent, not just AI aware, using agentic-first approaches in automating mundane tasks, and, most importantly, focusing on agile problem resolution.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
-
That’s a choice any agile enterprise can make, starting now.—
Dennis Woodside,
Fortune,
17 May 2026
Adjective
-
Suburban growth accelerated during COVID, McShane said, especially with flexible working options.—
John Marks,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
-
Company leaders said the expansion reflects growing demand for smaller, more flexible grocery footprints in urban areas.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Athletic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/athletic. Accessed 24 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
