Amateur athletes are individuals who participate in sports or physical activities for personal enjoyment, rather than for monetary gain. Some synonyms for this term include "recreational athlete," "casual athlete," and "non-professional athlete." A recreational athlete is someone who participates in sports or physical activities as a form of leisure and fun. A casual athlete is someone who participates in sports or physical activities intermittently and without a serious commitment. A non-professional athlete is someone who participates in sports or physical activities purely for personal enjoyment and without any professional aspirations. Each synonym for "amateur athlete" describes a slightly different aspect of someone who enjoys participating in sports or physical activities for personal satisfaction, rather than professional gain.