acrobat
word
Definition
An acrobat is a person who performs difficult physical acts such as jumping, balancing, or flipping, especially in a circus.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to circus or performance artists specializing in agility and balance. Formal or neutral; not used for general athletes. Sometimes used metaphorically to describe someone very flexible or adaptable.
Spanish: acróbataPortuguese (BR): acrobataPortuguese (PT): acrobataChinese (Simplified): 杂技演员Chinese (Traditional): 雜技演員Hindi: नटArabic: بهلوان
Example Sentences
The acrobat jumped high above the stage.
basic
My sister wants to be an acrobat when she grows up.
basic
The circus had three amazing acrobats.
basic
Everyone was amazed by the acrobat's flips and spins.
natural
He moves so quickly, like an acrobat on a tightrope.
natural
After years of practice, she finally became a world-class acrobat.
natural