SPORTY Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

sporty

adjective

Definition of sporty

as in relaxed

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Recent Examples of sporty This lets the silhouette carry across sporty, edgy and preppy aesthetics without changing the basic shape. — Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2026 Created by renowned Finnish watchmaker Kari Voutilainen, the limited edition combines the classic architecture of a dress watch with a sporty aesthetic. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2026 Marie Claire calls high-collar outerwear a defining trend of fall 2026, spanning funnel-neck leather jackets, trenches, wool coats and sporty styles. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026 While sporty-chic ensembles naturally pair well with sneakers, preppy styles like polo sweaters, blazers, and pleated skirts look equally as good with this type of shoe. — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sporty

Recent Examples of Synonyms for sporty

Adjective

Alongside iconic locations often featured in films and TV, West Hollywood offers a relaxed neighborhood spirit which Stay AKA perfectly taps into.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Inside, the house has a mix of formal reception rooms and more relaxed spaces, along with a custom kitchen and dining area and a main bedroom suite.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of relaxed

Adjective

Despite this informal, jam-forward approach, however, Silk Fence appear to be chasing something; an understated but steady coherence gives direction to even their most wandering moments.

— Reed Jackson, SPIN, 6 Oct. 2026
In practice, that might mean designing for informal meetings as well as formal ones.

— Brendan Castle, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of informal

Adjective

This most recent collection from McCartney features a massive array of differing styles ranging from casual to chic and formal, with Stern’s choice of the elegant bodice an excellent one for the Albie Awards.

— Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026
Physicality presents technical challenges to audio recording, and wit—primarily achievable by coming up with lots of ideas in advance—quickly becomes alienating in a casual setting.

— Dan Brooks, New Yorker, 10 Oct. 2026