Paralympian
noun
An athlete who competes in the Paralympic Games.
She is an accomplished paralympian who has won multiple gold medals.
Usage tips
Neutral
Paralympic Games,disabled athlete,adaptive sports
noun
An athlete who competes in the Paralympic Games.
She is an accomplished paralympian who has won multiple gold medals.
Usage tips
Neutral
Paralympic Games,disabled athlete,adaptive sports
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use the word to honor athletes with disabilities
Many consider it a privilege to refer to someone as a paralympian.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use in formal and informal contexts
It is appropriate to use in both sports discussions and formal events.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Refer to the broader impact of the Paralympics
Paralympians are often role models for overcoming adversity.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use the word to honor athletes with disabilities
Many consider it a privilege to refer to someone as a paralympian.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use in formal and informal contexts
It is appropriate to use in both sports discussions and formal events.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Refer to the broader impact of the Paralympics
Paralympians are often role models for overcoming adversity.
Pro Tip 1/3Context
Use the word to honor athletes with disabilities
Many consider it a privilege to refer to someone as a paralympian.
Pro Tip 2/3Formality
Use in formal and informal contexts
It is appropriate to use in both sports discussions and formal events.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Reference
Refer to the broader impact of the Paralympics
Paralympians are often role models for overcoming adversity.
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