SPORT

/spɔːt/ ► audio Scrabble 7 Words With Friends 8

Definition

verb wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner. — synonyms: feature, boast
verb play boisterously. — synonyms: frolic, lark, rollick, skylark, disport, cavort, gambol, frisk
noun an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition. — synonyms: athletics
noun the occupation of athletes who compete for pay.
noun (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine. — synonyms: summercater
noun a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances.
noun someone who engages in sports. — synonyms: sportsman, sportswoman
noun (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration. — synonyms: mutant, mutation, variation
noun verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously). — synonyms: fun, play

“Joe was banned from getting legal help. He seemed to view lawsuits as a sport.”
“Jen may have won, but she was sure a poor sport; she laughed at the loser.”
“You're such a sport! You never get upset when we tease you.”