Definition

A type of flying that involves performing exciting and skillful maneuvers, like loops and spins, in an aircraft.

Example

The pilot amazed the audience with his incredible aerobatics during the airshow.

Conversation

Did you see that video of the pilot doing aerobatics?

Yeah, it was incredible how they flipped the plane upside down!

I can't believe how skilled you have to be for those aerobatics.

I know, it looks so fun but also really challenging!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Aerobatics** → It is formed from "aero-" (from Greek "aēr", meaning air) and "batics" (from Greek "batos", meaning to perform or to move). The word "aerobatics" refers to performing maneuvers in the air, particularly in aircraft.

Memory Tip

Think of 'air' ('aero-') and 'performing movements' ('batics') to remember that aerobatics involves performing aerial maneuvers.

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