exercise

/ˈɛksəsˌa‍ɪz/

/ˈɛksɝˌsaɪz/

[noun] [verb]

Exercise

[NOUN]

a mental or physical activity that helps keep our mind and body healthy

synonyms : exercising

physical exercise

physical exertion

workout

the act of using

synonyms : employment

a series of questions in a book set to test one's knowledge or skill

synonyms : example

systematic training by multiple repetitions

synonyms : drill

practice

practice session

recitation

an activity planned to serve a particular purpose

(usually plural) a ceremony that involves processions and speeches

to exercise

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to do physical activities or sports to stay healthy and become stronger

synonyms : work out

to begin to apply or use something

synonyms : exert

carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions

synonyms : do

practice

practise

give a workout to

synonyms : work

work out

to learn by repetition or drill

synonyms : drill

practice

practise

Examples

1. Exercise can make a big difference to your state of health.

2. Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.

3. Daily exercise improves your overall health.

4. More exercise means better health.

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