1. a person who performs gymnastic feats requiring skill, agility, and coordination

Examples

• The acrobat performed amazing flips on the trapeze.
• Circus acrobats train for years to perfect their routines.
• She watched the acrobat balance on the tightrope with ease.
• The young acrobat could do backflips and handstands.
• Flying acrobats swung from bar to bar high above the crowd.
• The acrobat’s graceful movements amazed the audience.