Synonyms of hobbies

hobbies

noun

plural of hobby

as in pursuits

an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure

his ranch is just a weekend hobby—he makes his real money as an investment banker

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pursuits
• sports
• avocations
• amusements
• pastimes
• recreations
• entertainments
• hobbyhorses
• relaxations
• diversions
• distractions

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hobbies

However, intentional recovery, through activities like hobbies and psychological detachment, is vital. — Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Somewhere along the way, hobbies have become another thing to perform. — Meehika Barua, Time, 20 July 2026

How a short-seller became a culture‑war combatant Most people have hobbies or interests. — Jeff John Roberts, Fortune, 20 July 2026

Meanwhile, Patti was a native Floridian, who worked at Assurant and had a passion for hobbies, such as thrifting and clogging. — Susan Young, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026

And now hiking clubs, the next frontier in group hobbies, are pulling Americans off their couches and onto the trails in record numbers. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026

There are endless hobbies and volunteer opportunities to take up instead. — Allison Aubrey, NPR, 13 July 2026

While many 12-year-old boys have creative hobbies, Ben Wohlgemuth has taken one of his a step further than most of his peers. — Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 July 2026

Gear for Former Hobbies Perhaps you or someone in your household were extremely into tennis or woodworking for a period of time but those hobbies have dwindled. — Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 9 July 2026