Synonyms for

Buses

Verb / ˈbʌsɪz / Another word for buses — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Buses is the plural form of the word 'bus', which means a large motor vehicle used for carrying passengers, especially along a fixed route.

Synonyms & similar words

passengervehicle heap jalopy coach autobus motorcoach charabanc motorbus omnibus busbar jitney bustopology bus doubledecker coaches motorcoaches omnibuses transit shuttle minibus double-decker trolleybus coach motorcoach

Synonyms by register

Formal

coaches omnibuses public transport vehicles

Informal

buses coaches charters

Literary

carriages wagons

Antonyms

cars trains taxis private vehicles individual transport

Common collocations

  • school buses
  • city buses
  • tour buses
  • public buses
  • chartered buses
  • double-decker buses
  • long-distance buses

Word family

noun bus
verb bus

Usage note

The word 'buses' is the plural form of 'bus'. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts. 'Omnibus' is a more formal, though less common, synonym.

Example sentences

  1. I take the bus to work every day.
  2. The buses were all full during rush hour.
  3. The school bus will pick you up at the corner.
  4. The double-decker bus is a popular tourist attraction.
  5. The city is planning to expand its bus service.

Quotes

  • "Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever." - Peter Hagerty
  • "The bus is a beautiful thing." - Paul Simon
  • "In our society, vehicles are a reflection of our identity." - Alexandra Paul

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