Travel And Exploration Terms

noun a long walk or walking tour

verb to walk a long distance, especially for pleasure or exercise

• The group went on a hike through the national park to observe the local wildlife.
• Let's go for a hike up that trail, it's supposed to have a great view at the top.
• I'm feeling like going on a hike this weekend, want to join me?
• She knew she had a long hike ahead of her to reach her career goals.

noun a person who is experienced and sophisticated in the ways of the world

• He is considered a man of the world due to his extensive travels and cultural knowledge.
• Everyone knows he's a real man of the world, always jetting off to exotic destinations.
• That guy thinks he's such a man of the world, but he's never even left his hometown.
• As a successful diplomat, he is truly a man of the world, bridging cultural gaps and fostering international relations.

adjective moving or continuing forward

adverb in a forward direction or toward a destination

• The project will continue onward despite the setbacks.
• Let's keep moving onward with our plans.
• Onward and upward, let's push through this!
• As we journey onward in life, we must embrace new challenges.

noun A period of paid leave granted to a university teacher or other worker for study or travel, traditionally one year for every seven years worked.

• The professor is taking a sabbatical to focus on their research.
• My coworker is off on sabbatical, lucky them!
• I wish I could take a sabbatical and just chill for a while.
• Sometimes taking a sabbatical from social media can be really refreshing.

verb to engage in exciting or risky activities, especially in unfamiliar places

• The group of hikers set out on their adventuring expedition in the mountains.
• We're going adventuring in the woods this weekend, wanna join?
• Let's go adventuring and see where the day takes us!
• Embarking on new career opportunities is like adventuring into the unknown.

noun a person who enjoys or seeks out adventures

adjective relating to or characteristic of someone who enjoys or seeks out adventures

• The adventurist embarked on a journey to explore uncharted territories.
• The adventurist is always up for trying new and exciting things.
• That dude is a total adventurist, always seeking thrills and adrenaline rushes.
• She was an adventurist in matters of the heart, always willing to take risks for love.