Definition of ATHLETICS

athletics

Noun

  • an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
  • a contest between athletes
  • participation in sports events as an extracurricular activity
  • A group of sporting activities including track and field, road running, cross country and racewalking.
  • Physical activities such as sports and games requiring stamina, fitness and skill.
  • plural of athletic

Origin / Etymology

From athletic: see -ics. Probably formed on the model of gymnastics.

Synonyms

athletic competition, athletic contest, sport

Scrabble Score: 14

athletics: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
athletics: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
athletics: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

athletics: valid Words With Friends Word