Synonyms for
Sport
Definition
Sport is a physical activity that involves competition or skill and is governed by a set of rules or customs.
Synonyms & similar words
variation
skylark
cavort
athletics
larkabout
fun
sportsman
boast
frolic
frisk
feature
sportswoman
lark
gambol
mutation
runaround
romp
rollick
mutant
play
disport
summercater
athletics
games
activity
exercise
recreation
pastime
hobby
pursuit
amusement
diversion
fun
play
contest
match
competition
game
event
meet
tournament
championship
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- play sport
- team sport
- winter sport
- extreme sport
- contact sport
- ball sport
- Olympic sport
- professional sport
Word family
Usage note
While 'sport' can be used as a verb meaning to wear or display something ostentatiously, this usage is less common than its noun form referring to athletic activities.
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Example sentences
- I love playing sport in the park with my friends.
- Basketball is my favorite sport to play.
- She is very good at sport, she has won many trophies.
- My dad likes to watch sport on TV.
- I am going to try a new sport this summer.