Held every 4 years, this year in Rio De Janerio, 167 countries compete in many various sports & it's a Thrill to watch! It lasts a lil over 2 weeks. My favorite sport is gymnastics. Originated from sports events in Olympia, Greece very many centuries ago!
I can't wait til The Olympics start! I'll be glued to the TV & get to see excellent athletes from so many different countries! I love the opening & closing ceremonies too & the lighting of the Olympic Torch, the parade of flags from all the different countries. The Winter Olympics occur every 4 years staggered by a 2~year time frame from the Summer Olympics.
by Starchylde May 28, 2016
by thepseudonymousbosch February 21, 2017
The one time of year when Americans pretend to actually care about sports like water polo and gymnastics
1. I hate water polo.
2. Me too but when the Olympics start i will keep track of every game
1. Oh ya me too!
2. Me too but when the Olympics start i will keep track of every game
1. Oh ya me too!
by 99Cole66 September 27, 2012
the best friend you could ever ask for, sometimes they can be annoying cause they don’t understand you might actually have a language barrier. They cry with you when you’re sad and get high on static electricity when you’re happy. They r beeutiful and the problem is they don’t know it.
by kkcdf October 28, 2019
An sporting event originating in Greece as an honor to the gods. In more modern times it has become an international sporting contest were most of the world's countries participate every four years. The athletes selected to participate are their country's cream of the crop and represent their home nation with unparalleled pride. Being awarded a medal means you are one of the best athletes in the world. A pure and true athletic spectacle that has unfortunately received less popularity in recent years.
The true, original definition of athleticism originated at the ancient Olympics. Being allowed to represent your country is considered the ultimate goal for almost every athlete in the world.
by Matt..... August 9, 2008
by Vince50 August 23, 2008
Olympism is a philosophy of life, exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, will and mind. Blending sport with culture and education, Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the educational value of good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles.
by eliwolff10 October 7, 2015