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sportsmanship Definition

sports·man·ship (-mən s̸hip′)

noun

  1. skill in or fondness for sports
  2. qualities and behavior befitting a sportsman

sportsmanship Synonyms

sportsmanship

n.

  1. Skill

    facility, dexterity, cunning; see ability 2.

  2. Honor

    justice, integrity, truthfulness, fairness; see honesty 2.

sportsmanship Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • demonstrate: The team demonstrated exceptional sportsmanship at the event, whether they finished first or last in any of the events.
  • show: Well, the last one to show superb sportsmanship was Natalie Grinham in her match against Madeline Perry.
  • display: But would also like all to respect the sportsmanship displayed by both sides.
  • promote: Our attitude as a clan is to promote good sportsmanship and to take a relaxed approach to competitive online gaming.

Adjective modifier

  • bad: Bad sportsmanship -- poor losers are not coping with failure.
  • poor: No applause for Deco tho, a huge disappointment, and a constant shameful display of diving, play acting and poor sportsmanship.
  • good: In the long run, good sportsmanship will benefit team performance through better vibes.
  • great: Special mention goes to Matt Hornby 10R who demonstrated great sportsmanship by offering to play number 8 for the depleted Devizes team.
  • excellent: The strong fencing throughout, coupled with excellent sportsmanship from all and great attitude, meant that the Commands were once more a success.
  • outstanding: In addition to attaining third place, Bexley were also recognized for their outstanding sportsmanship.

Modifies a noun

  • award: Other achievements could be highlighted i.e. skill awards, sportsmanship award.
sportsmanship Quotes

Sportsmanship, next to the Church, is the greatest teacher of morals.

—Hoover, Herbert Clark

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