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Meaning of athlete
A person who competes in sports or other physical exercises
Etymology of athlete
The word "athlete" comes from the Greek word "athlētēs", meaning "prizefighter" or "contestant", derived from "athlon", meaning "prize" or "contest"
Historically, the term referred to competitors in public games and sports in ancient Greece
Synonyms
competitor
player
sportsman
sportswoman
contestant
participant
runner
jumper
thrower
wrestler
boxer
gymnast
swimmer
cyclist
triathlete
marathoner
sprinter
hurdler
footballer
basketballer
athlete
champion
titleholder
medalist
winner
victor
contender
challenger
opponent
rival
adversary
Definitions
- A person who is trained or skilled in physical exercise, sports, or games
- * A person who competes in the Olympic Games or other international sporting events
Usage Examples
- The athlete trained for months to prepare for the marathon
- * She is a talented young athlete with a promising career ahead of her
- * The team consisted of skilled athletes from various countries