unsporting

/ˌʌnˈspɔːtɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌʌnˈspɔːrtɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · /"+/ (ame, mw)

unsporting — adjective

  • unsportingpositive
  • more unsportingcomparative
  • most unsportingsuperlative

1. behaving in a way that is not fair, honest, or respectful towards others, especi

1.形容詞C2
釋義

behaving in a way that is not fair, honest, or respectful towards others, especially when taking part in a sport or competition

例句

The referee warned the captain about unsporting conduct during the second half.

unsporting conduct — noun collocation

Pushing an opponent after the whistle is unsporting behaviour in any sport.

unsporting behaviour — noun collocation

同義詞
  • unsportsmanlike

    The standard American English equivalent; specifically describes conduct that violates the spirit of fair play in sports.

  • unfair

    Broader in meaning; applies to any situation where rules, principles, or expectations are violated, not just sports.

  • dishonourable

    Stronger moral condemnation; suggests a breach of personal integrity rather than just poor sportsmanship.

反義詞
  • sporting

    The direct opposite; means showing fairness, respect, and generosity towards others, especially opponents.

  • sportsmanlike

    American English equivalent of 'sporting'; describes behaviour that follows the rules and spirit of fair competition.

文法句型

unsporting + noun

用法筆記

Commonly used before nouns such as 'behaviour', 'conduct', 'comments', 'act', and 'gesture'. More frequent in British English; American English typically uses 'unsportsmanlike' instead.

常見錯誤

❌His unsporting was obvious to everyone.
✅His unsporting behaviour was obvious to everyone.
💡'unsporting' is an adjective and must modify a noun; it cannot stand alone.
❌The player made an unsporting.
✅The player made an unsporting remark.
💡'unsporting' cannot be used as a noun; it must be followed by the noun it describes.