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Olympiad

Verb / əʊˈlɪmpi:ˌæd / Another word for olympiad — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Olympiad is a period of four years, as reckoned by the Greeks from one celebration of the Olympic Games to the next.

Synonyms & similar words

olympiad olympics olympicgames quadrennium cycle quadrennial interval term time

Example sentences

  1. The olympiad is a time for the world to come together and celebrate sportsmanship.
  2. The next olympiad will be held in Paris.
  3. The first modern olympiad was held in Athens in 1896.
  4. The olympiad is a time for athletes to shine and show their skills.
  5. The olympiad is an ancient tradition that still carries on today.

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  • 'The Olympics are always a special competition. It is very difficult to predict what will happen.' - Ole Einar Bjørndalen
  • 'The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part; the essential thing in life is not conquering but fighting well.' - Pierre de Coubertin
  • 'The Olympics remain the most compelling search for excellence that exists in sport, and maybe in life itself.' - Dawn Fraser

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