recreation vs interest

interest vs recreation

recreation and interest both are nouns.

recreation is not a verb while interest is a verb.

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

As nouns, interest is a hyponym of recreation; that is, interest is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than recreation:

recreation: an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
interest: a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

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, fun, merriment, playfulness, gambling, gaming, play, game, jest, jocularity, joke, night life, nightlife, pastime, pursuit, child's play, play, caper, frolic, gambol, play, romp, athletics, sport.

recreation (noun)	interest (noun)
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates	a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation	a reason for wanting something done
	the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.)
	a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
	(usually plural) a social group whose members control some field of activity and who have common aims
	a fixed charge for borrowing money; usually a percentage of the amount borrowed
	(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something

recreation (verb)	interest (verb)
	excite the curiosity of; engage the interest of
	be of importance or consequence
	be on the mind of

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