Synonyms for

Traverse

Verb / ˈtrævɜ:s / / trʌˈvɜ:s / Another word for traverse — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To travel across or through something, usually by foot or vehicle.

Synonyms & similar words

crosspiece getover track span sweep cutacross trave deny cutthrough cover cross passover traversal crossbeam transom getacross cross navigate transverse perambulate trek explore ramble roam wander trek hike march

Synonyms by register

Formal

cross navigate journey travel

Informal

go across get through move over

Literary

sojourn wander roam

Antonyms

stay halt stop remain rest linger

Common collocations

  • traverse the globe
  • traverse the landscape
  • traverse the country
  • traverse the wilderness
  • traverse the path
  • traverse the distance
  • traverse the terrain

Word family

noun traversal
verb traverse
adjective traversable

Usage note

Primarily used to describe moving across a large or difficult area. Avoid using it for simple movements like walking across a room.

Example sentences

  1. She had to traverse the forest to get to her house.
  2. We will traverse the desert to reach the oasis.
  3. The climbers traversed the steep mountain.
  4. The hikers traversed the river using a rope bridge.
  5. The astronauts will traverse the galaxy in their spaceship.

Quotes

  • The road to success is not easy to traverse, but with hard work, determination, and passion, it is possible to reach the destination. - Lailah Gifty Akita
  • Life is a journey that we must all traverse, full of ups and downs, twists and turns, but ultimately it is up to us to make the most of it. - Unknown
  • Love is a path we must traverse, full of joy and pain, but always worth the journey. - Unknown

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