Synonyms for

Train

Noun / treɪn / Another word for train — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A train is a long vehicle that runs on tracks and is used to transport people or goods from one place to another.

Synonyms & similar words

develop school groom discipline check trail gear educate prepare geartrain gearing string cultivate coach civilize caravan direct rail civilise aim condition take locomotive railroad metro subway tram monorail streamliner railway trolley tube streetcar caravan transport conveyance vehicle wagon

Synonyms by register

Formal

educate instruct drill coach

Informal

teach prep coach school

Literary

discipline cultivate nurture

Antonyms

halt stop discontinue cease desist idle

Common collocations

  • train a dog
  • train for a marathon
  • train an employee
  • train a horse
  • train a team
  • train your mind
  • train the next generation

Word family

noun train
verb train
adjective trainable
adverb trainably

Usage note

The verb 'train' can refer to teaching a skill or preparing for an event, or to the operation of a railway vehicle. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning.

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Example sentences

  1. The train chugged down the tracks.
  2. I saw a long train carrying lots of cargo.
  3. My favorite part of the train ride is looking out the window.
  4. The train conductor checked our tickets before we boarded.
  5. The train station was bustling with travelers.

Quotes

  • Life is like a train ride, full of bumps, delays, and unexpected stops, but also full of happiness, excitement, and adventure.
  • The train is a symbol of freedom and possibility, a way to escape the ordinary and embark on a new journey.
  • A train journey is not just about getting from one place to another, it's about the people you meet, the sights you see, and the memories you make.

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