athletic
[adjective]
Synonyms: fit, active, energetic, muscular, powerful, strapping, strong, sturdy

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Contrasted words: delicate, decadent, effete, flabby, soft
Related Words: active, energetic, strenuous, vigorous

[TahlilGaran] English Synonym Dictionary ▲

ath‧let‧ic /æθˈletɪk, əθ-/ adjective

1. physically strong and good at sport:
a tall athletic man

2. [only before noun] relating to athletics:
athletic ability

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲

athletic
adjective
BAD: A lot of athletic reporters write for the magazine.
GOOD: A lot of athletics reporters write for the magazine.
BAD: The race was organized by the National Athletic Association.
GOOD: The race was organized by the National Athletics Association.

Usage Note:
athletic = physically strong and good at running, jumping, etc: 'I've never been very athletic.'
athletics = sports such as running, jumping, and throwing the javelin: 'I've never been very good at athletics.'
The noun athletics (WITH -s ) is often used in front of another noun: 'He's been selected for the athletics team.'

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Common Errors ▲