RECREATION Synonyms: 140 Similar and Opposite Words

recreation 1 of 2

noun (1)

ˌre-krē-ˈā-shən

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as in relaxation

activity engaged in to amuse oneself decided to take a bike tour of the island for recreation and relaxation

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as in entertainment

someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment bowling is great recreation on a rainy afternoon

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as in amusement

the act or activity of providing pleasure or amusement especially for the public water parks have become a significant part of the recreation business

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as in sport

an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure as with other men of his class and income, his principal recreations were polo and yachting

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re-creation

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as in restoration

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The hotel’s recreation program features park excursions led by their team of seasoned guides. —

Allison Tibaldi, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2024 While this puts a damper on Houston's hosting the Olympics, these models have sobering implications for future outdoor sports and recreation in a city that frequently hosts such events. —

Rahul Mukherjee, Axios, 13 Aug. 2024 This includes the following recreation areas and campgrounds: Little Nankoweap Camp Site, Upper Nankoweap Camp Site and Main Nankoweap Camp Site. —

Staff Reports, The Arizona Republic, 17 Aug. 2024 The lot of the property is substantial, measuring 0.4-acre, and boasts a pool for relaxation and recreation. —

Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for recreation

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“Recreation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recreation. Accessed 19 Sep. 2024.

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Last Updated: 16 Sep 2024 - Updated example sentences

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