Ambulate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈam-byə-ˌlāt/ am·bu·late

Meaning & Definition of Ambulate

Ambulate (verb)

  1. to move from place to place, walk

Ambulate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to go on foot

    "a progressive disease that compromises a patient's ability to ambulate"

    similar: foot (it), hoof (it), leg (it), pad, step, traipse, tread, walk
    related: parade, promenade, march, pace, step out, stride, troop, power walk, hike, peregrinate, trek, amble, mosey, perambulate, ramble, saunter, stroll, wander, clump, stomp, stump, tramp, trample, tromp, footslog, plod, trudge, gimp, hobble, limp, mince, prance, pussyfoot, tiptoe, bounce, sashay, stalk, strut, swagger, falter, lumber, lurch, pound, scuff, shamble, shuffle, stagger, stumble, toddle, waddle, nip, tap, trip, trot

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Ambulate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Ambulate:

foot (it), hoof (it), leg (it), pad, step, traipse, tread, walk

Related Words for Ambulate

parade, promenade, march, pace, step out, stride, troop, power walk, hike, peregrinate, trek, amble, mosey, perambulate, ramble, saunter, stroll, wander, clump, stomp, stump, tramp, trample, tromp, footslog, plod, trudge, gimp, hobble, limp

Word Forms of Ambulate

Inflections: ambulated, ambulating

Origin & Etymology of Ambulate

borrowed from Latin ambulātus, past participle of ambulāre "to go by foot, walk, walk for pleasure or exercise, travel" amble:1

First known use: 1598

Frequently Asked Questions about Ambulate

What does "Ambulate" mean?

"Ambulate" means to move from place to place, walk. As a verb, it is defined as: to move from place to place, walk.

What is another word for "Ambulate"?

Other words for "Ambulate" include foot (it), hoof (it), leg (it), pad, step, traipse, tread and walk. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Ambulate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Ambulate"?

There are 62 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Ambulate". Common alternatives include foot (it), hoof (it), leg (it), pad, step, traipse, tread and walk.

How do you use "Ambulate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Ambulate" in a sentence: "a progressive disease that compromises a patient's ability to ambulate".

Is "Ambulate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Ambulate" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Ambulate"?

"Ambulate" is pronounced /ˈam-byə-ˌlāt/ and divided into syllables as am·bu·late.

What is the origin of the word "Ambulate"?

"Ambulate" comes from borrowed from Latin ambulātus, past participle of ambulāre "to go by foot, walk, walk for pleasure or exercise, travel" amble:1. First known use: 1598.

What is another word for "Ambulate" meaning "to go on foot"?

When "Ambulate" (verb) means to go on foot, synonyms include foot (it), hoof (it), leg (it), pad, step and traipse.