Synonyms for

Trip

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

Definition

A journey or excursion, typically for pleasure or vacation.

Synonyms & similar words

slip spark tripout tripup tripper sparkoff triggeroff stumble turnon touchoff travel trigger activate getoff setoff headtrip actuate jaunt misstep journey excursion tour outing expedition voyage jaunt adventure ramble trek travel vacation getaway visit pilgrimage safari hike leisure pleasure

Synonyms by register

Formal

journey expedition voyage excursion

Informal

jaunt outing hop junket

Literary

pilgrimage odyssey sojourn

Antonyms

stay rest stillness settle remain halt

Common collocations

  • take a trip
  • business trip
  • school trip
  • long trip
  • short trip
  • trip over
  • trip up
  • round trip

Word family

noun trip
verb trip
adjective trippy

Usage note

The verb 'trip' can mean to stumble or to travel. Be mindful of context to avoid confusion. 'Trippy' is an informal adjective often used to describe psychedelic experiences.

Example sentences

  1. We had a great time on our camping trip.
  2. My family is planning a road trip across the country.
  3. The school organized a field trip to the zoo.
  4. I love taking trips to new places and trying new foods.
  5. We took a day trip to the mountains to go hiking.

Quotes

  • I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list. -Susan Sontag
  • A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. -Lao Tzu
  • The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. -Saint Augustine

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