Synonyms of adventures

adventures 1 of 2

noun

plural of adventure

1

as in experiences

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

• experiences
• times
• happenings
• ordeals
• exploits
• escapades
• actions
• gests
• feats
• explorations
• doings
• emprises
• episodes
• expeditions
• ventures
• missions
• tribulations
• deeds
• larks
• tests
• risks
• trials
• quests
• acts
• ploys
• occasions
• performances
• stunts
• baptisms
• enterprises

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• bores
• busts
• downers
• drags
• bummers

2

as in ventures

a risky undertaking

a bold adventure in deep-sea exploration that could imperil the submarine and its crew

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ventures
• gambles
• chances
• speculations
• enterprises
• throws
• fliers
• hazards
• crapshoots
• flutters
• bets
• wagers
• liberties
• stakes
• long shots
• plays
• dark horses

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• sure things

adventures

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verb

present tense third-person singular of adventure

1

as in endangers

to place in danger

adventured all his savings in a very risky investment scheme

Synonyms & Similar Words

• endangers
• risks
• ventures
• threatens
• hazards
• perils
• menaces
• compromises
• gambles (with)
• jeopardizes
• imperils
• jeopards
• subjects
• intimidates
• chances
• wagers
• exposes

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• protects
• shelters
• shields
• saves
• guards
• preserves
• resumes

2

as in risks

to take a chance on

if I had to adventure a guess, I'd say she's about 35

Synonyms & Similar Words

• risks
• ventures
• hazards
• chances
• runs the risk of
• tempts
• confronts
• gambles (on)
• challenges
• faces
• breasts
• subjects
• braves
• dares
• menaces
• compromises
• brazens
• outbraves
• endangers
• jeopardizes
• imperils
• beards
• bets (on)
• exposes
• defies
• wagers

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of adventures

Noun

Every camp spot honored offers iconic views and unforgettable adventures for people wanting to spend time with nature, the review site added. — Michael Guise, CBS News, 30 July 2026

Meanwhile, Bretton Woods, nestled in the White Mountains about three hours from Boston, offers plenty of outdoor adventures, from hiking and mountain biking to rides on the Bretton Woods Skyway Gondola and the Mount Washington Cog Railway. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 July 2026

Director Jake Kasdan also returns new shenanigans and adventures as the videogame characters navigate the real world. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 28 July 2026

The character — portrayed in prior adventures by Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield — has appeared in nine standalone, live-action films in the past 24 years. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 28 July 2026

For trail riding, weekend adventures and club-level competition, the Dorado's lower output may actually prove easier to exploit, particularly for less experienced riders. — New Atlas, 27 July 2026

Penny Proud is pulled into a series of unexpected adventures that test her courage and identity. — Dominique Fluker, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Then, after Erica has a peevish moment with Scotty, the gang hears about the landing party’s prehistoric adventures over drinks. — Keith Phipps, Vulture, 23 July 2026

This year, large crowds, heat waves across Europe and expensive airfares are prompting visitors to book their adventures before or after the peak summer travel season. — Liz Knueven, CNBC, 22 July 2026

Verb

Many bucket list adventures for 2026 require advance planning, with some trips booking months ahead. — Ashley Lynch july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Still, the accompanying 4,300-acre ski resort offers eco-adventures year-round, from river rafting and mountain biking to snowshoeing and ziplining. — Sierra Vandervort, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026

The Education Department is making some exceptions for grad school borrowers who are in the middle of their higher education adventures. — Cory Turner, NPR, 10 June 2026

Culinary adventures in this city offer sweet, spicy, sour and salty flavors across famous dishes that can cost less than $5. — Avni Trivedi, CNN Money, 8 June 2026

Short camping trips, road trip adventures, family visits, and backyard barbecues were far more frequent than long trips to the coast (beach house not included) or weeks spent overseas. — Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 8 June 2026

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

Cassie’s OnlyFans adventures, for interest, were depicted with a kind of sneering derision toward the character’s poor judgement and lack of savvy. — Alison Herman, Variety, 1 June 2026