SPORTY Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

sporty

adjective

Definition of sporty

as in relaxed

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Recent Examples of sporty The gorpcore girls and athleisure crowd would almost certainly disagree, however, and make a convincing case for wearing one with Salomon sneakers, sporty layers, and an enormous nylon jacket. — Georgia Brown, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2026 Vito Paladino, who was named president of Audi of America in April, said the Q9 and its sibling, the sportier SQ9, clearly fit a growing need in the market. — Morgan Korn, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026 Volkswagen has long been known for its sporty sedans that have dotted American roadways since the late 1970s. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 30 July 2026 Amarcord 82’s profile is full of sporty lines that come together to form a rather modern silhouette. — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sporty

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sporty

Adjective

Made from skin-friendly organic cotton, this relaxed quilt is designed for year-round comfort.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026
The fit strikes the right balance between relaxed and tailored — not too baggy, not too fitted — while the raw hem adds a modern, lived-in finish.

— Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of relaxed

Adjective

The informal miners go into the mines to look for leftover deposits to sell.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
Lionsgate, home to Rambo, The Hunger Games, and John Wick, has been fielding informal interest for some time, Semafor reported earlier this year, as activists eye the potential takeover target.

— Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 11 Aug. 2026