Gamesmanship

C1 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈɡeɪmzmənˌʃɪp/

Definitions of gamesmanship

noun the practice of winning a game or contest by using methods that are not strictly illegal but are often seen as unsporting or unethical

Example Sentences

A1 Gamesmanship is using clever tactics to win at a game.

A2 Players often engage in gamesmanship to gain an advantage over their opponents.

B1 The coach's emphasis on sportsmanship over gamesmanship helped the team develop good values.

B2 Some people believe that a little bit of gamesmanship is necessary in competitive sports.

C1 His mastery of gamesmanship allowed him to outwit his opponents on the field.

C2 The player's reputation for gamesmanship preceded him wherever he went, making him a feared competitor.

Examples of gamesmanship in a Sentence

formal The athlete was accused of using gamesmanship to gain an advantage over his opponent.

informal She's a master of gamesmanship, always finding ways to outsmart her competitors.

slang I can't believe the level of gamesmanship he displayed during the match.

figurative In the world of politics, gamesmanship is often used to manipulate public opinion.

Grammatical Forms of gamesmanship

past tense

gamesmanshipeed

plural

gamesmanships

comparative

more gamesmanlike

superlative

most gamesmanlike

present tense

gamesmanships

future tense

will gamesmanship

perfect tense

have gamesmanshiped

continuous tense

is gamesmanshipeing

singular

gamesmanship

positive degree

gamesmanshipest

infinitive

to gamesmanship

gerund

gamesmanshipeing

participle

gamesmanshiped

Origin and Evolution of gamesmanship

First Known Use: 1896 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'gamesmanship' originated from the combination of 'game' and 'manship' which refers to skill or ability.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the use of skillful tactics or strategies in games or sports, 'gamesmanship' has evolved to also encompass the use of psychological tactics or manipulation to gain an advantage in competitive situations.