journey
9 synonyms and 0 antonyms for journey, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A trip from one place to another, especially a long one.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use journey
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French journee ("a day's travel"), from Latin diēs ("day") — a journey originally meant the distance you could cover in one day.
Full origin of journey →Frequently asked questions
What does “journey” mean?
The word “journey” means a trip from one place to another, especially a long one. In plain terms, a trip, or figuratively a long process of change or growth.
How do you pronounce “journey”?
“Journey” is pronounced JUR-nee (/ˈd͡ʒɝni/ in IPA).
How do you use “journey” in a sentence?
Here is “journey” used in a sentence: “The journey from London to Edinburgh took about five hours.”
What is another word for “journey”?
Words with a similar meaning to “journey” include fare, sith and trip.
What part of speech is “journey”?
Depending on how it is used, “journey” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “journey” come from?
The word “journey” comes from Latin. From Old French journee ("a day's travel"), from Latin diēs ("day") — a journey originally meant the distance you could cover in one day.
Is “journey” a common word?
“Journey” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
How many meanings does “journey” have?
“Journey” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a trip from one place to another, especially a long one.
What is the difference between a journey and a trip?
A trip usually means going somewhere for a purpose and coming back, often short, like a shopping trip. A journey emphasises the act of travelling itself, especially over a long distance or time. Journey also works figuratively for personal growth, whereas trip rarely does.
What is the difference between a journey and a voyage?
A voyage is a long journey made by sea or through space, so we speak of an ocean voyage or a space voyage. A journey is the general word and usually suggests travel over land. Every voyage is a journey, but not every journey counts as a voyage.
Can journey be used figuratively?
Yes, very commonly. Beyond physical travel, journey describes any long process of change or development — a career journey, a healing journey, or life's journey. Used this way it highlights the experiences, challenges, and growth along the route rather than simply arriving at a fixed destination.
What is an example of a journey?
A journey can be a train ride across a country, a long drive between cities, or a flight to another continent. Historic examples include explorers crossing oceans or pioneers travelling overland for months. Figuratively, someone's journey from beginner to expert in a craft is also described this way.