recreation vs recreate

recreation is a noun but recreate is not a noun.

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

recreation (noun)	recreate (noun)
an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation

recreation (verb)	recreate (verb)
	give new life or energy to
	form anew in the imagination; recollect and re-form in the mind
	produce or make another of
	make a replica of
	give encouragement to
	engage in recreational activities rather than work; occupy oneself in a diversion