diversion vs recreation

diversion and recreation both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
diversion	Yes	No	No	No
recreation	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, diversion and recreation are synonyms defined as:

diversion and recreation: an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

diversion (noun)	recreation (noun)
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates	an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
a turning aside (of your course or attention or concern)	activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation
an attack calculated to draw enemy defense away from the point of the principal attack