recreation

[rek-ree-ey-shuhn] / ˌrɛk riˈeɪ ʃən /

NOUN

sports, games, special interests

Synonyms

STRONGEST

amusement diversion enjoyment fun hobby pleasure relaxation

STRONG

avocation ball dissipation distraction ease entertainment exercise festivity frolic game hilarity holiday jollity laughs mirth pastime picnic play playtime refreshment relief repose sport vacation

WEAK

R and R disport divertissement field day fun and games leisure activity rec rollick

Antonyms

STRONGEST

sadness sorrow unhappiness vocation work

STRONG

difficulty drudgery profession task

WEAK

labor

Example Sentences

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As a result, it gives more weight to food, apparel, and transportation, while giving less weight to housing, medical care, and recreation.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

“The lower level offers a fully immersive lifestyle experience, with dedicated areas for recreation, fitness, and entertaining,” the listing adds.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

Its fantastical sets feature a recreation of Kahlo’s canopy bed from which a tree with artery-like limbs stretches toward the sky.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

A caption said the images has been created with AI as an "artistic recreation", but many fans missed the disclaimer.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026

The gap was filled with recreation: unstructured time in the yard or gym.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover

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