recreation vs jest

jest vs recreation

recreation and jest both are nouns.

recreation is not a verb while jest is a verb.

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

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

recreation: an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
jest: activity characterized by good humor

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, jocularity, joke, night life, nightlife, interest, pastime, pursuit, child's play, play, caper, frolic, gambol, play, romp, athletics, sport.

recreation (noun)	jest (noun)
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates	activity characterized by good humor
activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation	a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

recreation (verb)	jest (verb)
	act in a funny or teasing way
	tell a joke; speak humorously

Difference between recreation and jest

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