Synonyms for

Excursions

Verb / ɪˈkskɜ:ʒʌnz / Another word for excursions — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A short journey or trip, especially one taken for pleasure.

Synonyms & similar words

junket pleasuretrip digression outing excursion sashay expedition jaunt outing jaunt trip tour journey expedition voyage safari adventure pilgrimage ramble stroll walk drive spin ride

Synonyms by register

Formal

journeys expeditions tours outings

Informal

trips jaunts outings runs

Literary

rambles sojourns peregrinations

Antonyms

staying settling residence permanence anchoring immobility

Common collocations

  • short excursions
  • day excursions
  • guided excursions
  • organized excursions
  • family excursions
  • business excursions
  • leisure excursions
  • cultural excursions

Word family

noun excursion
verb excurse
adjective excursive
adverb excursively

Usage note

Often used for short, recreational trips away from a main location. Can sometimes imply a deviation from a main path or topic.

Example sentences

  1. Our school is planning an excursion to the zoo.
  2. We went on an excursion to the mountains last weekend.
  3. My family and I took an excursion on a boat to see dolphins.
  4. The travel agency offers excursions to different cities.
  5. The excursion to the amusement park was very fun.

Quotes

  • Happiness is not a destination, it's an excursion.
  • Every day is a journey, and the journey itself is home.
  • The best things in life are the people we love, the places we've been, and the memories we've made along the way.

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