joyride
2 synonyms for joyride, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A drive taken purely for fun, with no real destination or purpose.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
tool around
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A drive taken purely for fun, with no real destination or purpose.
“They took a joyride along the coast just to enjoy the sunset.”
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tool around
How to use joyride
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
go for a joyride
take someone on a joyride
Etymology
Formed from joy plus ride.
Full origin of joyride →Frequently asked questions
What does “joyride” mean?
The word “joyride” means a drive taken purely for fun, with no real destination or purpose. In plain terms, a pleasure drive — though it can also mean stealing a car just to drive it around.
How do you pronounce “joyride”?
“Joyride” is pronounced JOY-ryd (/ˈd͡ʒɔɪˌɹaɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “joyride” in a sentence?
Here is “joyride” used in a sentence: “They took a joyride along the coast just to enjoy the sunset.”
What part of speech is “joyride”?
Depending on how it is used, “joyride” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “joyride” have?
“Joyride” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a drive taken purely for fun, with no real destination or purpose.
