triathlon
nounHow many syllables in triathlon?
There are 3 syllables in the word triathlon.How to pronounce triathlon:
Definition of triathlon:
- triathlon (noun):
- an athletic contest that is a long-distance race consisting of three phases (such as swimming, bicycling, and running)
Synonyms for triathlon:
athletics
battle
biathlon
bout
championship
competition
conflict
contest
decathlon
derby
event
game
heptathlon
marathon
match
matchup
meet
pentathlon
play-off
race
scrimmage
semifinal
skirmish
sport
struggle
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Antonyms for triathlon:
demo
demonstration
drill
exercise
exhibition
friendly
practice
practice game
practice match
preparation
rehearsal
run-through
session
showcase
training session
tune-up
work-out
workout
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