Sports Vocabulary

A person, team, etc. that is weaker than the others, is always expected to be unsuccessful, and that is often treated badly.

• underdog

• opponent

Something made by combining parts of different pictures, films, etc in an interesting and unusual way

• combination

• montage

To make someone or something seem more important or better than they really are.

• clarify

• glorify

Something that you do because you think it is enjoyable or interesting.

• pastime

• fun

A sudden change in the blood supply to a part of the brain, sometimes causing a loss of the ability to move particular parts of the body.

• attack

• stroke

Continuing to happen or develop in the same way.

• non-stop

• consistent

Shared by a group of people or animals

• communal

• community

The hard work and loyalty that someone gives to an organization, activity, etc.

• loyalty

• commitment

The ability to become strong, happy, or successful again after a difficult situation or event.

• resilience

• tough

To help a plan, idea, feeling, etc to develop.

• nurture

• encourage