sportsmanship

/spˈɔɹtsmənʃɪp/

sportsmanship

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Definition

The good attitude/behaviour displayed by players of a game; fairness, determination, magnanimity, courtesy towards opponents, and winning or losing gracefully.

Etymology

From sports + -manship.

Example Sentences

  • "James showed good sportsmanship in consoling Shankar after his wicket fell."
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