Paralympian

Pronunciation: /ˌpærəˈlɪmpiən/

Definitions of Paralympian

noun A person who competes in the Paralympic Games, an international multi-sport event for athletes with physical disabilities.

Example Sentences

A1 A Paralympian is an athlete who competes in the Paralympic Games.

A2 The Paralympian won a gold medal in the wheelchair racing event.

B1 The Paralympian trained hard for years to qualify for the national team.

B2 The Paralympian's determination and skill impressed the audience during the competition.

C1 The Paralympian overcame numerous challenges to become a world champion in their sport.

C2 The Paralympian's inspiring story of perseverance and success has motivated many aspiring athletes.

Examples of Paralympian in a Sentence

formal The Paralympian demonstrated incredible strength and skill during the competition.

informal I heard that the Paralympian broke a world record in the last event.

slang That Paralympian is a total badass on the track.

figurative She is a Paralympian in the field of overcoming obstacles.

Grammatical Forms of Paralympian

• past tense: Paralympianed
• plural: Paralympians
• comparative: more Paralympian
• superlative: most Paralympian
• present tense: Paralympians
• future tense: will Paralympian
• perfect tense: have Paralympianed
• continuous tense: is Paralympianing
• singular: Paralympian
• positive degree: Paralympian
• infinitive: to Paralympian
• gerund: Paralympianing
• participle: Paralympianed

Origin and Evolution of Paralympian

First Known Use: 1948 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'Paralympian' is a combination of 'paraplegic' and 'Olympian', highlighting the athletic prowess of individuals with physical disabilities.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in reference to athletes with spinal cord injuries participating in the Stoke Mandeville Games, the precursor to the Paralympic Games. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass all athletes with physical disabilities competing in the Paralympic Games.