noun
activity
ak-TIV-uh-tee/ækˈtɪvəti/
The state or an instance of doing something.
Gardening is a shared activity that keeps the community group busy.
Etymology
The noun first named an active way of life, then the state of being lively or active. It later could name an exercise—a particular thing done rather than the general state of doing.
In context
play soccer for twice as long before the onset of symptoms this is a huge win tracking your pain alongside your function can help guide the amount of activity you do
More examples
- Swimming is her favorite outdoor activity.
- The sensor detects activity in the empty warehouse.
- Each classroom activity gives students a chance to practice.
Forms
activity · activities
active adjective — Engaged in doing things or producing effects.