refreshment vs recreation

refreshment and recreation both are nouns.

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

As nouns, refreshment and recreation are synonyms defined as:

refreshment and recreation: activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation

refreshment (noun)	recreation (noun)
activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation	an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
snacks and drinks served as a light meal	activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation