1
as in experience
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand
our quiet hike turned into quite an adventure when we encountered a bear and her cub
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in venture
a risky undertaking
a bold adventure in deep-sea exploration that could imperil the submarine and its crew
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to endanger
to place in danger
adventured all his savings in a very risky investment scheme
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to risk
to take a chance on
if I had to adventure a guess, I'd say she's about 35
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of adventure
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
You’re encouraged to choose your own adventure.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 June 2026
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
3 June 2026
Boys are explorers at heart and often learn through play, making messes and adventures part of the journey.
—
Bonnie Gibbs Vengrow,
Parents,
3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for adventure
Noun
Some families will thrive on a week filled with sightseeing and adventure.
—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
You’re encouraged to choose your own adventure.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 June 2026
Verb
Quite often, the series has been described as what would happen if Solo and a crew flew around space and experienced high-stakes adventures.
—
Sergio Pereira,
Space.com,
3 June 2026
Boys are explorers at heart and often learn through play, making messes and adventures part of the journey.
—
Bonnie Gibbs Vengrow,
Parents,
3 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for adventure
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adventure
Noun
-
For full daily and monthly horoscopes as well as expert readings, see our full Horoscopes experience.
-
With an experience like that under her belt, would an Oscar really be that big of a deal?
Noun
-
Under his guidance, J Records ignited the careers of Alicia Keys, Jennifer Hudson and, through a joint venture with Octone Records, Maroon 5.
-
Well versed in what the lunar surface truly offers, Britt scolded a number of arty accounts of lunar territory promulgated by both NASA and commercial space ventures.
Verb
-
Zapata-Vera is charged with two counts of second-degree vehicular homicide, two counts of second-degree leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident resulting in death and two counts of third-degree endangering an injured victim, the prosecutor's office said.
-
In addition to environmental education and advocacy, the center’s mission includes propagating rare and endangered native plants and rehabilitating birds of prey, reptiles and amphibians.
Verb
-
At its core, the play examines what happens when loyalty to an institution collides with a commitment to the truth, as a young lawyer risks his career to challenge powerful military leaders and expose wrongdoing within the ranks.
-
The victories of Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, and Darializa Avila Chevalier show the growing power of a progressive bloc that risks stealing the party’s megaphone during a campaign that Democrats had hoped to center on affordability, not aid to Israel.
Noun
-
The best Amazon Prime Day hair tool deals prove that now’s the time to invest in a quality curling iron, blow-dry brush or straightener.
-
Prime Day 2026 is here and now’s the time to jump on all the amazing deals happening this week, starting today, Tuesday, June 23 through Friday, June 26.
Noun
-
LaMelo Ball is teaming up with Anthony Edwards after one of Tim Connelly’s boldest gambles yet.
-
In short, this is a high-risk, high-reward gamble for the Wolves that could either vault them back into title contention or lay the seeds for Edwards' eventual departure from Minnesota.
Verb
-
Trump has threatened more military action if Tehran continues to launch strikes.
-
If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.
Noun
-
The three-time AL MVP had earmarked this year’s Citizens Bank Park festivities, just 45 miles from his New Jersey hometown, as a rare chance to finally enter the derby.
-
That’s still high, but moves downward mean less chance of a vicious cycle where expectations for higher inflation drive changes in behavior that create higher inflation.
Cite this Entry
“Adventure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adventure. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
