sportsmanship
sportsmanship
Definition
sports·man·ship (-mən s̸hip′)
noun
- skill in or fondness for sports
- qualities and behavior befitting a sportsman
sportsmanship
Synonyms
sportsmanship
n.
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.
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