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hobby Antonyms

Opposite of hobby

Pinning down the opposite of hobby requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A regular activity done for pleasure, relaxation, or personal fulfillment during one's leisure time, rather than as a primary occupation.

Usage Example

"Gardening has become her favorite weekend vocation, allowing her to unwind after a stressful week at the office."

Strongest
vocation
profession
occupation
job
Strong
career
work
livelihood
chore

Similar words to hobby

Words similar to hobby shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

pastime
avocation
diversion
recreation
pursuit
sideline
palfrey
pony
See all synonyms of hobby

• Nearby Words

hoaxer
hob
hobble
hobby
hobbyist
hobnob
hobo

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hobby. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hobby
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