Word of the Day for School Assembly 25 September 2024 with Meaning

Updated On: September 24, 2024 03:31 pm IST

The word of the day for school assembly 25 September 2024 is “Leisure”. Check out the detailed meaning of the word, synonyms and antonyms with examples and also the books which refer to this word.

Word of the Day for School Assembly 25 September 2024 with Meaning

Word of the Day for School Assembly 25 September 2024 with Meaning: Reading and Learning new words daily can make the students a more understanding and knowledgeable person in the English Language. It improves the way they speak and the usage of words in different contexts. The word of the day for today’s school assembly is “Leisure”. It means the time when we are not working or doing other duties that provide enjoyment. It's important in our lives because it helps us to get relaxed and recharged. The leisure activities include reading a good book, listening to music, playing games, watching movies, exploring nature or spending time with friends and family.

Word of the Day for School Assembly 25 September 2024: Leisure

Here is the detailed meaning and grammatical implication of the word Leisure

Leisure Meaning (Noun)

Meaning: Use of free time for entertainment

Other Meanings: Enjoyment gained engaging recreational activities

Etymology

It comes from the Latin word ‘licere’, which means “be allowed” and turns into ‘leisir’, from the Old French word. Finally it became a ‘leisure’ activity from Middle English.

Leisure Synonyms and Antonyms with Examples

Parameter	Answer
Leisure Synonym	Free time, spare time, spare moments, time to spare, rest time, idle hours, time off, freedom, breathing space, breathing spell, respite, relief, ease, peace, pleasure, diversion, distraction, fun
Leisure Antonym	Work, job, business, employment, responsibility, duty, profession, occupation, assignment, obligation
Leisure in a Sentence	We didn't have so much leisure in those days. I will have to stop spending so much on leisure and entertainment. Five years ago, he started painting for leisure outside of his profession. This is the guide to leisure, sport and tourism in your area

Parameter

Answer

Leisure

Synonym

Free time, spare time, spare moments, time to spare, rest time, idle hours, time off, freedom, breathing space, breathing spell, respite, relief, ease, peace, pleasure, diversion, distraction, fun

Leisure

Antonym

Work, job, business, employment, responsibility, duty, profession, occupation, assignment, obligation

Leisure

in a Sentence

We didn't have so much leisure in those days.
I will have to stop spending so much on leisure and entertainment.
Five years ago, he started painting for leisure outside of his profession.
This is the guide to leisure, sport and tourism in your area

Facts about the Letter ‘L’

The letter “L” which may derive from an earlier representation of an ox goad and the Greek Lambda.

Books That Mention the Word - Leisure

Leisure: The Basic Culture
The Leisure Hour Monthly Library
The Tourism and Leisure Experience: Consumer and Managerial perspectives

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