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Synonyms & Similar Words
sport
contest
competition
match
tournament
play
amusement
diversion
recreation
entertainment
fun
pastime
hobby
activity
pursuit
adventure
challenge
test
trial
quiz
exam
assessment
evaluation
measurement
comparison
duel
bout
fight
struggle
clash
conflict
skirmish
battle
war
simulation
imitation
mimicry
parody
spoof
satire
farce
comedy
drama
show
spectacle
display
exhibition
presentation
demonstration
Meaning of Game
The primary meaning of the word "game" is an activity or contest with rules, undertaken for entertainment or recreation.
Definitions
- An activity or contest with rules, undertaken for entertainment or recreation
- * A period of play in a sport or game
- * A particular style or manner of playing a game
- * Wild animals or birds hunted for sport or food
- * A secret or private plan, especially one to achieve an advantage
Etymology of Game
The word "game" originated from Old English "gamen", which is related to Old Norse "gamr", and Old High German "gamiz", all of which are thought to be derived from the Proto-Germanic word "gamiz", and ultimately from the Proto-Indo-European root "gem-", which carried a sense of joy or amusement
The term has been used in English since the 9th century to describe various forms of play, sport, and entertainment
Example Uses
- The team won the game in the final quarter
- * She's really good at this game, I've never seen anyone solve it so quickly
- * The new video game has become extremely popular among teenagers
- * The company is playing a waiting game, trying to outlast their competitors