SPORTY Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

sporty

adjective

Definition of sporty

as in relaxed

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Recent Examples of sporty Go for a sporty vibe with this Ekouaer set that pairs a full-zip sweatshirt with track pants. — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2026 Over the years, his wardrobe has moved between sharp tailoring, sporty staples, and collegiate influences, with shell jackets, fleeces, wide-legged trousers, and oversized silhouettes all making regular appearances. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026 The sporty coupe and convertible lasted through 2012, long outliving its early stablemates, the Eagle Talon and Plymouth Laser. — Matt Degen, AJC.com, 23 Oct. 2026 Kohl’s has markdowns on footwear from popular brands like Nike and Adidas, including the sporty Nike V5 Rnr Running Shoes, which can take you from the airport to a full day of sightseeing. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sporty

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sporty

Adjective

More importantly for us, Badrutt’s combines old-world polish with a genuinely relaxed attitude to families.

— Fergus Scholes, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026
But the fall and winter hair trends—with the help of Ortega—show a shift happening in the opposite direction, embracing a much more relaxed and carefree aesthetic.

— María Diez, Glamour, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of relaxed

Adjective

Youth unemployment stands at about 23% and a large majority of those who do have a job work in the informal sector.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Nov. 2026
Just this week, some Massachusetts senators voted in an informal session to advance a bill that would put a stop to springing forward and falling back.

— Amanda Callahan, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of informal

Adjective

New visa rules for Australia and Japan Australia has long been popular with backpackers and young people looking to see the world and pick up casual work.

— Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026
Maybe plan on spending more than $20 for a casual lunch in the year 2026.

— Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 24 Oct. 2026