Synonyms of leisure

leisure

noun

ˈlē-zhər 

as in relaxation

freedom from activity or labor

upon retiring, the elderly couple looked forward to a life of well-deserved leisure

Synonyms & Similar Words

• relaxation
• rest
• resting
• restfulness
• ease
• decompression
• silence
• sleep
• napping
• slumber
• repose
• slumbering
• quiet
• dozing
• respite
• lazing
• serenity
• peace
• snoozing
• tranquility
• catnapping
• peacefulness
• calm
• idleness
• stillness
• tranquilness
• placidity
• sereneness
• dolce far niente

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• work
• labor
• toil
• exertion
• stress
• pressure
• tension
• strain
• tenseness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of leisure

Higher levels of openness to experience, conscientiousness, and agreeableness were tied to better psychological well-being and engaging in more leisure activities in older age. — Refractor, 27 July 2026

This suggests something deeper in American culture that has made leisure reading seem less desirable or less valuable. — John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026

The cabinets below and behind the countertop will include storage space for cookware, clothing and other provisions and will also house the lithium leisure battery in a dedicated compartment. — New Atlas, 24 July 2026

But leisure doesn’t equal lazy, explains Edward Kotynski, the academy’s chair of languages. — Emily Staunton, Christian Science Monitor, 23 July 2026