Synonyms for

Sport

Verb / spɔ:rt / Another word for sport — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Sport is a physical activity that involves competition or skill and is governed by a set of rules or customs.

Synonyms & similar words

cavort runaround fun disport rollick mutation frolic lark mutant skylark larkabout play variation frisk sportsman athletics sportswoman boast feature romp gambol summercater athletics games activity exercise recreation pastime hobby pursuit amusement diversion fun play contest match competition game event meet tournament championship

Synonyms by register

Formal

athleticism physical activity recreation pastime

Informal

game fun activity play hoopla

Literary

pursuit diversion amusement

Antonyms

lethargy idleness inactivity sloth laziness passivity

Common collocations

  • play sport
  • team sport
  • winter sport
  • extreme sport
  • contact sport
  • ball sport
  • Olympic sport
  • professional sport

Word family

noun sport
verb sport
adjective sporty

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.

Example sentences

  1. I love playing sport in the park with my friends.
  2. Basketball is my favorite sport to play.
  3. She is very good at sport, she has won many trophies.
  4. My dad likes to watch sport on TV.
  5. I am going to try a new sport this summer.

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