Sportsmanship Terms

verb Deserved is a past tense form of the verb deserve, which means to be worthy of or to have earned something.

• The employee received the promotion because he deserved it based on his hard work and dedication.
• She got an A on the test because she totally deserved it for studying all night.
• He totally deserved to win the game because he's been killing it on the field all season.
• The criminal got what he deserved when he was finally caught and sentenced to prison.

noun a person who is irritable or easily annoyed

adjective having a headache or feeling pain in the head

• The doctor diagnosed her with a sorehead due to the constant headaches she was experiencing.
• I told him not to drink so much last night, now he's a sorehead this morning.
• She's such a sorehead when she doesn't get her way.
• After losing the game, he was a sorehead for the rest of the day.

noun a remark made in order to anger, wound, or provoke someone

verb to provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks

• The bully continued to taunt the smaller kids on the playground.
• Stop trying to taunt me with your jokes, I'm not in the mood.
• He's always taunting me about my haircut, it's so annoying.
• The dark clouds seemed to taunt the town, threatening to unleash a storm at any moment.

adjective not making concessions; inflexible

adverb in an uncompromising manner

• The CEO was known for his uncompromising stance on ethics in business.
• She has an uncompromising attitude when it comes to sticking to her beliefs.
• Don't mess with him, he's got an uncompromising personality.
• The mountain stood tall and uncompromising against the storm.

adjective having or showing courage or determination

• The valiant knight bravely defended the kingdom against the dragon.
• My valiant friend always stands up for what is right.
• That dude is seriously valiant, always willing to take on any challenge.
• Her valiant effort to overcome her fears inspired those around her.

noun a person who seeks to attract attention by behaving in a showy or ostentatious manner

• The politician was accused of being a grandstander, always seeking attention during public appearances.
• Don't be such a grandstander and just do your job without seeking recognition all the time.
• Stop being a grandstander and just chill out for once.
• In the world of politics, grandstanders often overshadow those who quietly work behind the scenes.

noun a type of traditional Malay weapon resembling a machete or sword

verb to engage in the act of using a RAK weapon

• The charity organization set up a RAK campaign to help those in need.
• My friend surprised me with a RAK by buying me coffee this morning.
• I heard that guy is a RAK master, always doing nice things for people.
• Her kindness was like a RAK, spreading joy wherever she went.

adverb In a manner that is adventurous or daring

• She approached the task adventuresomely, ready to take on any challenges that may come.
• He always dives into new experiences adventuresomely, without fear or hesitation.
• Let's tackle this project adventuresomely, like true risk-takers!
• Her mind wandered adventuresomely, exploring new ideas and possibilities.

noun a fair shake

• It is important for all individuals to receive a fair shake in the justice system.
• I just want a fair shake at the opportunity to prove myself.
• I hope I get a fair shake in this game, I really need to win.
• Life doesn't always give us a fair shake, but we must make the best of what we have.