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recreation vs fun

fun vs recreation

recreation and fun both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
recreation Yes No No No
fun Yes No No No
As nouns, fun is a hyponym of recreation; that is, fun is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than recreation:
  • recreation: an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
  • fun: activities that are enjoyable or amusing
Other hyponyms of recreation include antic, caper, joke, prank, put-on, trick, bathing, celebration, festivity, dance, dancing, saltation, terpsichore, amusement, entertainment, escapade, lark, escape, escapism, eurhythmics, eurhythmy, eurythmics, eurythmy, merriment, playfulness, gambling, gaming, play, game, jest, jocularity, joke, night life, nightlife, interest, pastime, pursuit, child's play, play, caper, frolic, gambol, play, romp, athletics, sport.
recreation (noun) fun (noun)
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates activities that are enjoyable or amusing
activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation violent and excited activity
a disposition to find (or make) causes for amusement
verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously)
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