WordHive Learning Dictionary

Game

noun

A game is an activity people play for fun, usually with rules.

4 letters 2 syllables

What does Game mean?

A game is an activity people play for fun, usually with rules.

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Dictionary definition

An activity people play for fun, practice, or competition, usually with rules, goals, and a way to win or score.

Example sentences

Game in a sentence

easy

We started a new card game after lunch.

medium

A fair game gives each player a clear turn.

hard

Before the game began, the coach explained the rules and scoring system.

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Practice the meaning of Game

Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does game mean?

Practice 2

Which sentence uses game correctly?

Practice 3

Which word is closest in meaning to game?

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Synonyms

Words like Game

matchOften used for a sports or competitive game.
contestA game or event where people compete.
activityA broader word for something people do, sometimes for fun.
Antonyms

Opposite words

workWork is usually done as a responsibility, not mainly for play.
choreA chore is a task people must do, unlike a game played for fun.
Synonym practice

Want to practice game synonyms in context? Try a Synonym Search question like "The game was fun for the whole class," then compare close word choices. Practice game synonyms.

Word family

Game word family

Base word

game

noun

games

Plural form of game.

noun

gaming

The act of playing games.

noun

gamer

A person who plays games.

Related words
Student support

Understand Game

Hint for students

A game is an activity with rules, often played for fun, practice, or competition.

Common mix-up

Game is not the same as sport. Some games are sports, but many games are board games, word games, video games, or classroom activities.

Try it in class or at home

Write one sentence that shows game without using the word game. Model sentence: Each player followed the rules, took turns, and tried to score points. Clue words: player, rules, took turns, score points Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show an activity with rules or players?

Teacher prompt

Ask students to explain this model sentence: "We played a word game with clues and points." Why does game fit better than chore?