romp vs recreation

romp and recreation both are nouns.

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

As nouns, recreation is a hypernym of romp; that is, recreation is a word with a broader meaning than romp:

Other hypernyms of romp include diversion.

romp (noun)	recreation (noun)
gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement	an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates
an easy victory	activity that refreshes and recreates; activity that renews your health and spirits by enjoyment and relaxation
a girl who behaves in a boyish manner