Synonyms for

Wanderlust

Verb / ˈwɑ:ndɜ:ˌlʌst / Another word for wanderlust — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a strong desire to travel and explore the world

Synonyms & similar words

itchyfeet wanderlove fernweh roaming exploration adventure questing rambling trekking peregrination wayfaring globetrotting touring roving journeying discovery voyage migration nomadism

Example sentences

  1. My sister has a lot of wanderlust and she wants to travel all over the world.
  2. I feel wanderlust every time I see pictures of beautiful places.
  3. Wanderlust can be a good thing because it can lead to new experiences and personal growth.
  4. Some people have so much wanderlust that they quit their jobs to travel full-time.
  5. Wanderlust is like a hunger that can only be satisfied by exploring new places.

Quotes

  • All that is gold does not glitter, not all those who wander are lost. - J.R.R. Tolkien
  • The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page. - Saint Augustine
  • I haven't been everywhere, but it's on my list. - Susan Sontag

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