activities

[ak-tiv-i-teez] / ækˈtɪv ɪ tiz /

NOUN

state of being active

Synonyms

STRONGEST

action enterprise exercise life movement

STRONG

activeness animation bustle exertion hustle labor liveliness motion

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cessation idleness inaction inactivity stoppage

STRONG

laziness

WEAK

hate immobility indolence inertia sluggishness

NOUN

special interest or pursuit

Synonyms

STRONGEST

act endeavor enterprise job project scheme task venture work

STRONG

avocation bag ballgame bit deed entertainment game hobby labor occupation pastime racket scene stunt trip undertaking zoo

Antonyms

STRONGEST

fun idleness inactivity unemployment

STRONG

profession vocation

WEAK

hate immobility indolence inertia laziness sluggishness

Example Sentences

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Many residents feel frustrated how the water shortage is hindering their daily activities.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

If life exists on another world but remains undetected, policymakers could approve mining or other activities that unintentionally destroy it.

From Science Daily • Jun. 30, 2026

A federal judge on Monday sentenced China critic and tycoon Guo Wengui to 30 years in prison for racketeering and fraud, and ordered forfeiture of $889 million associated with his activities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026

It only featured competitions involving professional athletes as all activities for athletics clubs and licensed members, as well as regional competitions, were cancelled.

From BBC • Jun. 28, 2026

It is likely that Hans never intended to involve Sophie in the White Rose resistance activities, but once she found out, he could not dissuade her.

From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti