| Main Entry: |
recreation |
| Part of Speech: |
noun |
| Definition: |
sports, games, special interests |
Synonyms: |
R and R,
amusement,
avocation,
ball*, disport, dissipation,
distraction,
diversion, divertissement,
ease,
enjoyment,
entertainment,
exercise, festivity, field day,
frolic,
fun, fun and games,
game, hilarity,
hobby,
holiday, jollity, laughs, leisure activity,
mirth,
pastime, picnic,
play, playtime,
pleasure, rec, refreshment,
relaxation,
relief,
repose, rollick,
sport,
vacation
|
Antonyms: |
labor, profession, work
|
* = informal/non-formal usage
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