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pastime Antonyms

Opposite of pastime

Pinning down the opposite of pastime 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)

An activity that someone does regularly for enjoyment rather than work; a hobby or recreation.

Usage Example

"Reading historical fiction on the porch has long been her favorite summer chore."

Strongest
chore
Strong
drudgery
toil
labor
work
vocation

Similar words to pastime

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

hobby
recreation
diversion
amusement
avocation
pursuit
entertainment
distraction
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• Nearby Words

pasteboard
pastel
pasteurize
pastime
pastiness
pasting
pastor

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