Journey — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈjər-nē/ jour·ney

Meaning & Definition of Journey

Journey (noun)

  1. something suggesting travel or passage from one place to another
  2. an act or instance of traveling from one place to another, trip
  3. a day's travel

Journey (verb)

  1. to go on a journey, travel
  2. to travel over or through

Journey (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a going from one place to another usually of some distance

    "they were hungry and tired after their long journey"

    similar: expedition, passage, peregrination, travel(s), trek, trip
    related: commutation, commute, errand, excursion, flight, hop, jaunt, junket, outing, sally, sortie, tour, cruise, sail, voyage, drive, ride, spin, grand tour, odyssey, pilgrimage, progress, quest, safari, hike, slog, tramp, walk, walkabout

Journey (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to take a trip especially of some distance

    "an intense yearning to journey to distant lands"

    similar: peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour, travel, trek, trip, voyage
    related: gallivant, hop, jaunt, knock (about), perambulate, ramble, roam, rove, traipse, wander, migrate, road-trip, bus, cab, coach, cruise, drive, fly, gig, jet, motor, navigate, ride, roll, sail, trundle, barnstorm

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Journey

The most common words with a similar meaning to Journey:

expedition, passage, peregrination, travel(s), trek, trip, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour, travel, voyage

Related Words for Journey

commutation, commute, errand, excursion, flight, hop, jaunt, junket, outing, sally, sortie, cruise, sail, drive, ride, spin, grand tour, odyssey, progress, quest, safari, hike, slog, tramp, walk, walkabout, gallivant, knock (about), perambulate, ramble

Word Forms of Journey

Inflections: journeys, journeyed, journeying

Derived words: journeyer (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Journey

Middle English, from Anglo-French jurnee day, day's journey, from jur day, from Late Latin diurnum, from Latin, neuter of diurnus of the day journal:1

First known use: 13th century

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Frequently Asked Questions about Journey

What does "Journey" mean?

"Journey" means something suggesting travel or passage from one place to another. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: something suggesting travel or passage from one place to another. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Journey"?

Other words for "Journey" include expedition, passage, peregrination, travel(s), trek, trip, peregrinate and pilgrimage. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Journey" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Journey"?

There are 58 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Journey". Common alternatives include expedition, passage, peregrination, travel(s), trek, trip, peregrinate, pilgrimage, tour and travel.

How do you use "Journey" in a sentence?

Examples of "Journey" in a sentence: "they were hungry and tired after their long journey"; "an intense yearning to journey to distant lands".

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

"Journey" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Journey" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Journey" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Journey"?

"Journey" is pronounced /ˈjər-nē/ and divided into syllables as jour·ney.

What is the origin of the word "Journey"?

"Journey" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French jurnee day, day's journey, from jur day, from Late Latin diurnum, from Latin, neuter of diurnus of the day journal:1. First known use: 13th century.