• FauxLiving@lemmy.world
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    2 months ago

    eAthlete would probably fit better.

    Since Athlete means

    1. One who participates in physical exercise or sports, especially in competitive events.

    2. One possessing the requisite strength, agility, and endurance for success in sports.

    • tuckerm@feddit.online
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      2 months ago

      Just saying “esports competitor” (and then “competitor” thereafter) always sounded like a completely reasonable description to me. Not calling them an athlete, while also not belittling their skill or accomplishments.