recreational

adjective

rec·​re·​a·​tion·​al ˌre-krē-ˈā-shnəl 

-shə-nᵊl

1

: of, relating to, or characteristic of recreation

a recreational area

recreational activities

2

: of or relating to recreational drugs or their use

a recreational drug user

Colorado's burgeoning marijuana industry had struggled under its own astonishing success since legal recreational sales began Jan. 1.

—David Migoya

recreationally adverb

Examples of recreational in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The resort-style pool features a nearly 10,000 square foot pool with a hot tub, firepit, and space for recreational activities, like outdoor games and poolside movies. —Carly Caramanna, Travel + Leisure, 23 Jan. 2025

Missions include snapping selfies and photos of flora and fauna, visiting preserve sites and events, and taking part in district recreational activities, officials said in a news release. —Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 21 Jan. 2025

This breakthrough in neurotechnology, detailed in a recent study, demonstrates the exciting possibilities becoming available for those with motor impairments who want to enjoy recreational activities like playing video games. —Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 21 Jan. 2025

Colorado Springs finally approved recreational marijuana. —The Denver Post, 20 Jan. 2025

Word History

Etymology

recreation + -al entry 1

First Known Use

1656, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing recreational

• recreational drug
• recreational vehicle