LEISURES Synonyms: 39 Similar and Opposite Words

leisure

noun

ˈlē-zhər

Definition of leisure

as in relaxation

freedom from activity or labor upon retiring, the elderly couple looked forward to a life of well-deserved leisure

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Recent Examples of leisure This has changed our perspective on leisure, and some could begin to view hobbies as a way to improve productivity. — Deeya Sonalkar, TheWeek, 8 Oct. 2026 After decades of working, many retirees plan to ride off into the sunset and finally enjoy some free time and leisure activities. — John Csiszar, Washington Post, 8 Oct. 2026 Its 800-plus members include global names in retail, leisure, hospitality, real estate and business. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2026 Available options include a stationary air conditioner, water heater for the outdoor shower, leisure battery upgrade to lithium, exterior awning and more. — New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for leisure

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Noun

This is all without compromising the skin barrier, and offering a massaging action that enhances relaxation and turns a functional step into a spa-like treatment as a small wellness ritual.

— Laura Sandroni, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2026
During the pandemic, a relaxation of some rules governing online prescribing in the US gave companies an additional boost.

— Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of relaxation

Noun

Creating space for downtime, rest and connection really is a gift to guests coming to visit for any length of time.

— Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 19 Oct. 2026
These ripples are associated with spikes of activity in the prefrontal cortex, and scientists only observe them during periods of sleep or quiet, wakeful rest.

— Sean Mccabe, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of rest

Noun

This group has promoted the Durupınar site as the resting place of Noah’s Ark since at least 2021.

— Eric Vanden Eykel, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2026
On an autumn day in 1860, a bearded British man visited George Washington’s tomb at his final resting place in Virginia.

— Nicky Robertson, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of resting

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