sporty
7 synonyms for sporty, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Enjoying or good at sports.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use sporty
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
sporty car
sporty look
sporty type
Etymology
Formed from "sport" plus the adjective ending "-y."
Full origin of sporty →Frequently asked questions
What does “sporty” mean?
The word “sporty” means enjoying or good at sports. In plain terms, athletic, or having a bold, energetic style.
How do you pronounce “sporty”?
“Sporty” is pronounced SPAW-tee (/ˈspɔɹti/ in IPA).
How do you use “sporty” in a sentence?
Here is “sporty” used in a sentence: “She's always been the sporty one in the family.”
What part of speech is “sporty”?
“Sporty” is an adjective.
Is “sporty” a common word?
“Sporty” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sporty” have?
“Sporty” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: enjoying or good at sports.
Related words
sportish
