Athletics
9 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Physical sports and games requiring strength, speed, or endurance, particularly track and field events. It encompasses competitive physical activities and the culture of sporting excellence.
“The university's athletics programme developed numerous Olympic-level competitors across multiple disciplines.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/æθˈlɛtɪks/
Syllables
ath·let·ics
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Three instances of the letter T and -TICS ending are distinctive
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14 points; useful for incorporating the valuable H (4pts) and common letters
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