Synonyms for

Adventure

Verb / æˈdventʃɜ: / / ʌˈdventʃɜ: / Another word for adventure — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

An exciting or unusual experience or activity.

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Common collocations

  • great adventure
  • exciting adventure
  • real adventure
  • sense of adventure
  • adventure holiday
  • adventure sport
  • adventure awaits
  • seek adventure

Word family

adjective adventurous

Usage note

Adventure often implies risk and excitement. While 'adventure' can be used as a verb, it's less common than its noun form and can sound slightly archaic or overly dramatic.

Example sentences

  1. We embarked on an adventure to find the lost treasure.
  2. My favorite adventure is camping in the wilderness.
  3. Sometimes an adventure can be scary but also very exciting.
  4. The book was about a young boy who goes on an adventure to find a magical creature.
  5. I am looking forward to the adventure of starting a new school.

Quotes

  • Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. - Helen Keller
  • The biggest adventure you can ever take is to live the life of your dreams. - Oprah Winfrey
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. - Steve Jobs

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