activity
|ac-tiv-i-ty|
B1
/ækˈtɪvɪti/
state of action
Etymology
Etymology Information
'activity' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'activitas', where 'activus' meant 'active'.
Historical Evolution
'activitas' transformed into the Old French word 'activité', and eventually became the modern English word 'activity'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the quality of being active', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a specific action or pursuit'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a state of being active or engaged in action.
The children were full of activity during the playtime.
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Noun 2
a specific deed, action, or pursuit.
Hiking is a popular outdoor activity.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39