Activity

/ækˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The condition in which things are happening or being done.

The activity in the office increased dramatically as deadlines approached.

A specific deed, action, or function.

Our team planned a team-building activity for the weekend.

A person's engagement in a particular task or pursuit.

Reading is a favorite activity for many people on a rainy day.

An organized event that is designed to bring people together or to achieve a specific outcome.

The community center hosts various educational activities throughout the year.

Middle English: from Old French 'activite', from Latin 'activitas', from 'act-' (the root of 'act').

physical activity:

Bodily movement that enhances fitness.

extracurricular activity:

Activities undertaken outside the regular academic curriculum.

activity level:

A measure of the amount of physical activity one engages in.

Hustle

He's on his hustle, trying to make extra money doing gigs.

Grind

I'm on my grind, working extra hours to finish this project.