Tightrope Walker

B2 8+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /taɪt.roʊp ˈwɔːkər/

Definitions of tightrope walker

noun a person who performs acrobatic feats on a tightrope

Example Sentences

A1 The tightrope walker carefully balanced on the thin rope.

A2 The circus featured a talented tightrope walker who amazed the audience with their skills.

B1 The tightrope walker performed daring stunts high above the crowd.

B2 The tightrope walker gracefully moved across the rope with ease and precision.

C1 The world-renowned tightrope walker captivated spectators with their death-defying acts.

C2 The tightrope walker's performance was a masterclass in balance, agility, and showmanship.

Examples of tightrope walker in a Sentence

formal The tightrope walker gracefully balanced on the thin rope high above the crowd.

informal Did you see that tightrope walker at the circus? They were amazing!

slang That tightrope walker has nerves of steel, dude.

figurative Being a manager feels like being a tightrope walker, constantly balancing different tasks and responsibilities.

Grammatical Forms of tightrope walker

plural

tightrope walkers

comparative

tightrope walker

superlative

the tightrope walker

present tense

tightrope walker

future tense

will be a tightrope walker

perfect tense

has been a tightrope walker

continuous tense

is being a tightrope walker

singular

tightrope walker

positive degree

tightrope walker

infinitive

to tightrope walk

gerund

tightrope walking

participle

tightrope walking

Origin and Evolution of tightrope walker

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'tightrope walker' originated from the practice of walking or performing acrobatic feats on a tightly stretched rope or wire, often high above the ground.
Evolution of the word: The term 'tightrope walker' has remained relatively consistent in its meaning and usage since its first known use in the early 17th century. However, with advancements in circus and performance arts, tightrope walking has evolved to include more elaborate and daring stunts and performances.