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adventure

/ædˈvɛnt͡ʃɚ/noun

An exciting, unusual, and sometimes risky experience or journey.

Example sentences

  • “Our road trip across Canada was a real adventure.”
  • “They went on an adventure through the jungles of Costa Rica.”
  • “Getting lost in Tokyo turned into a fun adventure.”

Common phrases: go on an adventure, a sense of adventure, an adventure holiday. The adjective 'adventurous' describes people who like new and risky things.

Synonyms for adventure

  • escapade
  • venture

Find it in: Positive words.

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