Sports Performance Terms

noun the way that someone or something looks or seems

adjective relating to how someone or something looks or seems

• Her appearance at the conference was impeccable, with every detail carefully thought out.
• I really like your new appearance with the shorter hair, it suits you.
• Wow, your appearance is on point today, you're looking fly!
• His appearance of confidence masked the nervousness he felt inside.

noun a bright, steady light or a fiercely burning fire

verb burn fiercely or brightly

• The firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish the blaze that engulfed the building.
• We could see the blaze from miles away, it was so bright!
• We were just chilling by the bonfire, watching the blaze dance in the night.
• Her passion for music was like a blazing fire that couldn't be extinguished.

adjective characterized by flames or intense heat

adverb in a very fast or impressive manner

• The blazing sun beat down on the desert landscape.
• We had to run through the blazing heat to make it to the concert on time.
• The party was lit, with the music blasting and the bonfire blazing.
• Her anger was like a blazing fire, consuming everything in its path.

noun the quality of being bright, radiant, or intelligent

adjective brilliant (related adjective)

• The scientist's research was praised for its brilliance and innovation.
• Wow, your performance on stage was pure brilliance!
• That new song is straight fire, it's absolute brilliance!
• The artist's use of color and light created a brilliance that seemed to glow from the canvas.

adjective feeling or showing extreme tiredness, especially as a result of excessive exertion or lack of sleep

• After a long day of work, she felt fatigued and ready to rest.
• I'm so fatigued from staying up late last night.
• I can't hang out tonight, I'm too fatigued.
• The team was fatigued from their losing streak, but they pushed through and won the championship.

noun the way in which someone stands or walks, especially as an indication of their health or feelings

• The architect ensured that the building was constructed on a solid footing to prevent any structural issues.
• I tripped over a rock and lost my footing while hiking up the trail.
• I had to find my footing in the new job before I felt comfortable with my responsibilities.
• After the breakup, she struggled to find her footing and navigate her emotions.

noun a person or thing that exerts power or influence

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence, in this case indicating the direction or source of the force

• The company had to force from the employee due to repeated violations of company policy.
• The teacher had to force from the students to pay attention during the lecture.
• The bouncer had to force from the troublemakers at the club.
• Sometimes we have to force from our comfort zones in order to grow and learn.

verb Heightened is also a verb that means to make something more intense or increase in level or amount.

adjective Heightened is an adjective that describes something that has been increased or intensified.

• The heightened security measures were implemented in response to the recent threats.
• She felt a heightened sense of excitement as she waited for the concert to start.
• His anxiety was at an all-time high, reaching a heightened level of stress.
• The tension in the room was palpable, reaching a heightened state of unease.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• The antique car was meticulously restored and is now in pristine condition.
• I made sure to keep my bike in good condition by regularly oiling the chain.
• Dude, your phone is in mint condition! Where did you get it?
• After months of training, the athlete was finally in peak condition for the upcoming competition.

verb to make or become more intense or extreme

• The company's marketing efforts intensified after the new product launch.
• The party really intensified once the music started playing.
• Things really intensified between them after the argument.
• The tension in the room intensified as the negotiations continued.

adjective describing the depth to which something is submerged or covered

adverb modifying a verb to indicate the depth to which something is submerged or covered

• The workers waded knee deep in the flooded field to repair the irrigation system.
• I was knee deep in paperwork all day and couldn't find a moment to take a break.
• We were knee deep in the mosh pit at the concert last night.
• She was knee deep in debt and struggling to make ends meet.

noun a person with a mental illness

adjective relating to the mind or intellect

• The patient is receiving treatment for their mental health condition.
• She's been feeling a bit off lately, maybe it's a mental thing.
• I can't handle all this stress, it's messing with my mental state.
• His mental fortress was strong, able to withstand any challenge.

adjective not in one's usual mood or state of health; irritable or upset

preposition indicating the source or cause of something

• She appeared to be out of sorts during the meeting, perhaps due to lack of sleep.
• He's been out of sorts lately, I think something is bothering him.
• I don't know why she's so out of sorts today, maybe she's just hangry.
• After the loss of her pet, she felt completely out of sorts for weeks.

noun A person's bodily structure or size

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• His physique is the result of years of dedicated training and discipline.
• Wow, check out her killer physique! She must work out a lot.
• Dang, his physique is totally ripped!
• Her mental physique is just as strong as her physical one, allowing her to overcome any challenge.

noun a part of a system or chain that is the most vulnerable or susceptible to failure

• The team identified the weak link in the project and worked to strengthen it.
• Tom is always the weak link when it comes to group projects.
• Sally is the team's weak link, always dragging everyone down.
• The old equipment was the weak link in our production line, causing delays and inefficiencies.

noun a quality or characteristic that excites or stimulates the senses

verb to move swiftly or sharply

interjection used to represent a sharp, high-pitched sound or feeling

• The speaker's witty remarks added a touch of zing to the conference.
• I love adding a little zing to my pasta with some chili flakes.
• Her outfit had so much zing, she definitely stood out in the crowd.
• The unexpected plot twist in the movie really gave it some zing.

noun the quality or condition of being physical; the physical properties, processes, or aspects of something

• The study of dance focuses on the physicality and movement of the human body.
• I love how yoga helps me connect with my physicality and feel more grounded.
• Dude, did you see the physicality of that football player? He's a beast on the field.
• The physicality of her emotions was evident in the way she clenched her fists and gritted her teeth.

noun a person's postal or electronic correspondence

verb to complete a task with minimal effort or enthusiasm, often using email or phone communication

• The professor was disappointed with the student's presentation, commenting that it seemed like they tried to mail it in.
• I was so tired this morning, I just had to phone in my work for the day.
• I can't believe he just mailed in his performance like that.
• She didn't put much effort into the project, it was like she just phoned it in.