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Activity

UK /["/ækˈtɪvəti/"]/US /["/ækˈtɪvəti/"]/

Definition

a thing that you do for interest or pleasure

In simple words: Something you do, like a sport or a game.

Examples

My favorite activity is painting.
We planned an outdoor activity for the weekend.
The teacher organized an interesting activity for the students.
Physical activity is important for a healthy lifestyle.
We need to track the activity of the animals in the park.

Usage notes

Use 'activity' in contexts discussing hobbies, events, or tasks. Avoid it in very formal documents where precise terms are preferred.

Grammar pattern

activity + verb (e.g., participate in an activity)

Memory hint

Think of 'activity' as 'act' + 'ivity', where you are always acting!

Collocations

frantic
frenetic
heightened
burst
flurry
level
conduct
do
perform
a hive of activity
a sign of activity
frantic
frenetic
heightened
burst
flurry
level
conduct
do
perform
a hive of activity
a sign of activity

Synonyms

task
event
exercise
action
pursuit

Antonyms

inactivity
idleness

Common mistakes

Using 'activity' as a verb (it is a noun).
Saying 'activities of daily living' instead of the correct phrase.
Confusing 'activity' with 'action' in some contexts.