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UK//ˈdəʊ.pɪŋ//US//ˈdoʊ.pɪŋ//

Meaning of Doping

The use of banned substances by athletes to enhance performance.

In simple words: Using illegal drugs to improve sports performance.

Doping in a sentence

  • The athlete was suspended for doping during the championship.
  • Doping can lead to serious health problems in athletes.
  • Many sports organizations have strict rules against doping.
  • The controversy surrounding doping has changed how athletes train.
  • Doping scandals have tarnished the reputation of several sports.

How to use Doping

Commonly used in sports contexts. It's important to use in formal discussions about ethics in athletics, rather than casual settings.

Grammar pattern

doping + object

Memory hint

Think of 'dope' as in 'using dope to win'.

Related words

Collocations with Doping

  • anti-doping policies
  • doping violations
  • doping tests
  • doping culture
  • doping agents

Synonyms for Doping

  • substance abuse
  • performance enhancement
  • cheating
  • steroid use
  • drug use

Common mistakes with Doping

  • Confused with 'dopamine', the neurotransmitter.
  • Using 'doping' incorrectly to refer to all forms of drug use.
  • Assuming doping applies only to professional athletes.

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Frequently asked questions about Doping

What does Doping mean?

Using illegal drugs to improve sports performance.

What is the definition of Doping?

The use of banned substances by athletes to enhance performance.

How do you use Doping in a sentence?

The athlete was suspended for doping during the championship.

Can you give another example of Doping?

Doping can lead to serious health problems in athletes.

What are synonyms for Doping?

Common alternatives include substance abuse, performance enhancement, cheating, steroid use, drug use.

What words go with Doping?

It commonly pairs with anti-doping policies, doping violations, doping tests, doping culture, doping agents.

What are common mistakes when using Doping?

Confused with 'dopamine', the neurotransmitter. Using 'doping' incorrectly to refer to all forms of drug use. Assuming doping applies only to professional athletes.

How do you pronounce Doping?

US: //ˈdoʊ.pɪŋ//, UK: //ˈdəʊ.pɪŋ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Doping formal or informal?

"Doping" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Doping?

Commonly used in sports contexts. It's important to use in formal discussions about ethics in athletics, rather than casual settings.