Synonyms for

Sportsman

Verb / ˈspɔ:rtsmʌn / Another word for sportsman — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who is skilled at sports or other physical activities, especially one who competes in organized events.

Synonyms & similar words

sport sportswoman athlete player competitor champion contender jock pro professional racer runner cyclist boxer wrestler surfer skier snowboarder golfer

Example sentences

  1. The sportsman won the race and received a medal.
  2. My dad is a sportsman and likes to play basketball with me.
  3. The sportsman trained hard for the competition.
  4. The sportsman broke the world record for the high jump.
  5. The sportsman was injured in the game and had to sit out for a few weeks.

Quotes

  • A true sportsman is one who puts his team's success ahead of personal glory.
  • A sportsman is someone who can play any game and still win.
  • Sportsmanship is knowing that it is a game, that we are only as a good as our opponents, and that winning and losing has nothing to do with it.

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