Fatigue Quote by Ambrose Bierce
“RECREATION, n. A particular kind of dejection to relieve a general fatigue.”
About This Quote
Source Dictionary entry: "Recreation", 1895
Recreation is defined as a specific type of dejection used to alleviate general fatigue.
In simple terms: Recreation is a purposeful fatigue relief.
Key Takeaway
Use leisure to combat weariness.
Themes
leisure
fatigue
psychology
language
Mood
wry
thoughtful
Type
definition
humorous
When to use this quote
- personal downtime
- stress management
- creative hobbies
Key Concepts
semantic nuance
psychological coping
lexicography
Questions to Reflect On
- Does labeling recreation as dejection diminish its value?
- Can fatigue be productive?
A Different Perspective
The definition may be overly cynical.
