gamesman
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7.5
A person skilled at playing strategic games like chess or board games
- noun
- /ˈɡeɪmzˌmæn/
- Archaic
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jugador
- In the world of poker, a successful gamesman knows how to read his opponents and bluff effectively.
Examples
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Americans respect the best gamesman—regardless of the sport.
Blog text (2) -
The chess champion is considered a true gamesman for his strategic thinking and skill.
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At the tournament, everyone admired her as a gamesman for her ability to win against tough competitors.
Synonyms
player
vsgamesman
∞
1.0
A person who takes part in a sport or game
is highly skilled and focused on competitive strategic play
gamer
vsgamesman
89
2.8
A person who plays video games for fun or as a job
is skilled across competitive strategic activities rather than only digital play
1
7.3
A person who plays games for fun, sport, or money
emphasizes high skill and strategy rather than enjoyment or chance
How Skilled
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Etymology
Gamesman comes from the word game, from old English gamen meaning 'play' or 'joy', and man meaning 'person', so a gamesman is literally a person who plays well and that is why it means someone very skilled at competitive or strategic games.