sporty
UK: ˈspɔːti | US: ˈspɔːrti
adj. 1. relating to or suitable for sports; athletic in appearance or style.
adj. 2. lively, energetic, or playful in manner.
The word "sporty" combines "sport," derived from Old French desport (meaning "leisure, amusement"), with the suffix "-y," which turns nouns into adjectives indicating a quality (e.g., "windy," "sunny"). Over time, "sport" evolved to emphasize competitive physical activities, and "sporty" emerged in the 19th century to describe things or people embodying athletic traits or a lively, active demeanor.
She wore a sporty outfit for the morning jog.
The new car has a sleek, sporty design.
His sporty attitude makes him popular in team activities.
The brand is known for its sporty yet comfortable sneakers.
The dog’s sporty nature keeps it running around the yard all day.