recreate
Elementary (A2)
IPA: //ˌriːkrɪˈeɪt//
KK: /ˈriːkrieɪt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To engage in enjoyable activities for relaxation or fun.
Example
After a long week of work, I like to recreate by going hiking or playing sports.
Tense Forms
Past: recreated
Past Participle: recreated
Conversation
I think we should find a way to recreate this weekend.
That sounds great! What do you have in mind?
Maybe we could go hiking or visit that new park.
I love that idea! It will be nice to relax and enjoy nature.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
play
frolic
relax
Antonyms
work
labor
strive
transitive verb
Definition
To give new life or energy to someone or something, often by providing enjoyment or relaxation.
Example
After a long week at work, I like to recreate by spending time in nature.
Tense Forms
Past: recreated
Past Participle: recreated
Conversation
I think we should take a break this weekend to recreate a bit.
That sounds like a great idea! What do you have in mind?
Maybe we could go hiking; it would really help us recreate and enjoy nature.
Root Explanation
Recreate → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "creare" (meaning to create). The word means to create something again or to bring it back into existence.
Memory Tip
Think of 'creating' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'creare' means to create.
Visually Confused Words
precreate
rerate
create
unrecreated
precreative
retreater
resecrete
recurvate