pilgrimage
1 synonym for pilgrimage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A journey made to a sacred or meaningful place.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
pilgrim's journey
How to use pilgrimage
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
make a pilgrimage
a pilgrimage site
religious pilgrimage
Etymology
Formed from "pilgrim" plus the suffix "-age."
Full origin of pilgrimage →Frequently asked questions
What does “pilgrimage” mean?
The word “pilgrimage” means a journey made to a sacred or meaningful place. In plain terms, a meaningful journey to a place that matters deeply to you, religiously or personally.
How do you pronounce “pilgrimage”?
“Pilgrimage” is pronounced PIHLG-rih-mihj (/ˈpɪlɡɹɪmɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “pilgrimage” in a sentence?
Here is “pilgrimage” used in a sentence: “Millions of Muslims make the pilgrimage to Mecca each year during Hajj.”
What part of speech is “pilgrimage”?
“Pilgrimage” is a noun.
Is “pilgrimage” a common word?
“Pilgrimage” is an uncommon word in modern English.
