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What is another word for Exercise? – 232 Exercise Synonyms

    Need another word for Exercise? Use these synonyms of Exercise from our thesaurus to say it differently.


    Synonyms & Similar Words

    physical activity workout training practice routine regimen drill exertion effort strain labor toil physical fitness athleticism calisthenics aerobics gymnastics yoga Pilates stretching jogging running cycling swimming weights cardio fitness regimen discipline exertions physical exertion bodily exercise movement action operation activity engagement employment occupation exert endeavor strive struggle labor drudgery grind sweat toll travail physical education sports games recreation leisure physical training exercise routine physical exercise gymnastic exercise athletic exercise mental exercise spiritual exercise

    Meaning of Exercise

    The primary meaning of the word "exercise" is physical activity or mental effort to maintain or improve health and fitness.

    Definitions

    • Activity requiring physical or mental effort done to maintain or improve health and fitness
    • A task or activity done for practice or to improve skill
    • A formal procedure for training or instruction

    Etymology of Exercise

    The word "exercise" comes from the Old French "exercice", which is derived from the Latin "exercitium", meaning "practice, exercise, or training"
    Historically, the term has been used to describe physical training, military drills, and mental or spiritual discipline

    Example Uses

    • Regular exercise can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases
    • The new employee will undergo a training exercise to learn the company's procedures
    • Exercise and healthy eating are essential for maintaining physical fitness

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    inactivity idleness laziness sloth lethargy sedentary dormancy inertia stillness quiet rest relaxation leisure recreation entertainment amusement diversion inaction passivity indolence sluggishness torpor apathy indifference unemployment retirement inoccupation disuse abandonment cessation stoppage halt pause repose respite break hiatus vacation holiday furlough

    Related Nouns

    fitness health wellness athleticism sports games recreation leisure physical education training practice routine regimen discipline exertion effort strain labor toil physical activity workout exercise routine gym studio track field court equipment gear apparel nutrition diet medicine therapy rehabilitation treatment recovery management supervision direction guidance instruction coaching teaching mentoring

    Related Verbs

    train practice workout exercise stretch jog run cycle swim lift weights cardio aerobics gymnastics yoga Pilates stretch move act operate engage employ occupy exert endeavor strive struggle labor toil drudgery grind sweat toll travail teach coach mentor guide direct supervise manage treat rehabilitate recover

    Related Adjectives

    physical mental spiritual athletic fit healthy well strong energetic vigorous dynamic active lively energetic motivated disciplined rigorous demanding challenging strenuous exhausting tiring weary fatiguing tedious boring monotonous dull sluggish lethargic sedentary inactive lazy idle slothful apathetic indifferent recreational leisurely entertaining amusing diverting