Pathway — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈpath-ˌwā/ path·way

Meaning & Definition of Pathway

Pathway (noun)

  1. path, course
  2. a line of communication over interconnecting neurons extending from one organ or center to another; also, a network of interconnecting neurons along which a nerve impulse travels
  3. the sequence of usually enzyme-catalyzed reactions by which one substance is converted into another

Pathway (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps

    "we parked our car near a rambling pathway that led down to the pond"

    similar: footpath, path, trace, track, trail
    related: bridle path, towpath, alley, alleyway, bypath, byroad, bystreet, byway, passageway, walkway, cutoff, shortcut, lane, pass, passage, road, roadway, route, row, run, runway, street, thoroughfare

  2. the direction along which something or someone moves

    "the long, winding pathway of the river before it meets the sea"

    similar: course, line, path, route, routeway (chiefly British), steps, track, way
    related: circle, circuit, loop, orbit, arc, flight path, trajectory, ascent, descent

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Pathway

The most common words with a similar meaning to Pathway:

Chiefly British: routeway
footpath, path, trace, track, trail, course, line, route, steps, way

Related Words for Pathway

bridle path, towpath, alley, alleyway, bypath, byroad, bystreet, byway, passageway, walkway, cutoff, shortcut, lane, pass, passage, road, roadway, row, run, runway, street, thoroughfare, circle, circuit, loop, orbit, arc, flight path, trajectory, ascent

Origin & Etymology of Pathway

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Pathway

Words & Phrases Containing Pathway

neural pathway

Frequently Asked Questions about Pathway

What does "Pathway" mean?

"Pathway" means path, course. As a noun, it is defined as: path, course. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Pathway"?

Other words for "Pathway" include footpath, path, trace, track, trail, course, line and route. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Pathway" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Pathway"?

There are 42 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Pathway". Common alternatives include footpath, path, trace, track, trail, course, line, route, routeway and steps.

How do you use "Pathway" in a sentence?

Examples of "Pathway" in a sentence: "we parked our car near a rambling pathway that led down to the pond"; "the long, winding pathway of the river before it meets the sea".

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

"Pathway" is a noun.

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

As a C1-level word, "Pathway" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Pathway"?

"Pathway" is pronounced /ˈpath-ˌwā/ and divided into syllables as path·way.

What is the origin of the word "Pathway"?

First known use: 15th century.