sporting (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈspɔːrtɪŋ/
Definition
Exhibiting or characterized by good sportsmanship; fair and honorable in play.
Examples
He was a very sporting loser, shaking hands with everyone.
Her sporting attitude impressed the judges.
How to Use sporting
- sporting behavior (collocation)
- Honorable and fair conduct, especially in sports. — "Her sporting behavior was admired by all."
- sporting chance (idiom)
- A reasonable or fair opportunity to succeed. — "The underdog was given a sporting chance to win the championship."
- sporting goods (collocation)
- Items used for playing sports. — "He bought new sporting goods for the season."
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