Synonyms for
Basketball
Definition
Basketball is a sport played by two teams of five players each, with the objective of shooting a ball through a hoop that is 10 feet high and 18 inches in diameter.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- play basketball
- watch basketball
- professional basketball
- college basketball
- street basketball
- basketball court
- basketball player
- basketball game
Word family
Usage note
Basketball is a specific sport. While 'hoops' is a common informal synonym, it's best to use the full term in formal contexts.
Example sentences
- I love to watch basketball games on TV.
- My favorite basketball player is LeBron James.
- Playing basketball is a great way to exercise and have fun with friends.
- I practice basketball every day to become a better player.
- The basketball team won the championship for the third year in a row.
Quotes
I've missed more than 9000 shots in my career. I've lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I've been trusted to take the game-winning shot and missed. I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed. - Michael Jordan
Basketball is my passion, I love it. But my family and friends mean everything to me. That's what's important. I need my phone so I can keep in contact with them at all times. - LeBron James
Basketball is a beautiful game when the five players on the court play with one heartbeat. - Dean Smith