Foundation level · Year 4 · free
exercise
noun · Say it: EK-suh-syz
What it means
Foundationmovement of the body, like running or swimming, to keep fit and healthy
Walking the dog every morning gives Jack plenty of exercise.
Similar and opposite words
Synonyms (similar meaning)
- activity
- training
- workout
Antonyms (opposite meaning)
- inactivity
- rest
More examples
- Our PE teacher says regular exercise helps keep our hearts strong.
Where the word comes from
It comes from the Latin word 'exercitium', meaning training.
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