Synonyms of paths

paths

noun

plural of path

1

as in routes

the direction along which something or someone moves

try to stay out of the path of the golf balls while playing

I tripped over a rock directly in my path

Synonyms & Similar Words

• routes
• ways
• pathways
• trajectories
• steps
• tracks
• courses
• lines
• routeways
• loops
• orbits
• circles
• circuits
• arcs
• descents
• flight paths
• ascents

2

as in trails

a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps

a path worn through the library lawn by too many people walking over it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• trails
• pathways
• footpaths
• tracks
• roads
• walkways
• routes
• traces
• passageways
• streets
• alleys
• roadways
• thoroughfares
• byways
• lanes
• runs
• alleyways
• shortcuts
• bridle paths
• bypaths
• towpaths
• rows
• cutoffs
• passes
• passages
• byroads
• runways
• bystreets

3

as in roads

an established course for traveling from one place to another

the path along which ancient traders traveled from Europe to China was known as the Silk Road

Synonyms & Similar Words

• routes
• roads
• approaches
• highways
• ways
• avenues
• arteries
• passages
• trails
• walks
• roadways
• tracks
• lanes
• thoroughfares
• passageways
• streets
• walkways
• byways
• drives
• boulevards
• passes
• rows
• bypaths
• freeways
• expressways
• turnpikes
• routeways
• channels
• pike
• waterways
• laneways
• airways
• watercourses
• bypasses
• portals
• gates
• doorways
• traces
• doors
• high roads
• gateways
• cycleways
• bikeways
• hatches
• gats

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of paths

His view on cross-border storytelling was shared across the panel as multilingual and multicultural filmmaking opens more paths to audiences. — Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 10 Oct. 2026

Amenities and experiences Not an amenity forward hotel per se, no gym, spa or restaurant, but the hotel does offer bikes to explore Stanley Park nearby or the paths that go by the waterfront. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026

Cell lineages follow paths through this map as development proceeds. — Quanta Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026

Campaign tactics Based on their spending, the two candidates seem to be taking differing paths to Election Day. — Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Oct. 2026

Cadia Village Matthews will feature a community park with a performance stage, plus walking, running and biking paths throughout the community. — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 8 Oct. 2026

As Hollywood’s traditional career paths shift under social media and AI, mentors also offer stage time and practical support for young comics navigating a fast-changing creator economy. — Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

There are any number of paths forward including class action lawsuits, anti-trust cases and stronger consumer protections. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Yet just over half had been encouraged by parents or others toward traditional academic paths. — The Monitor's Editorial Board, Christian Science Monitor, 8 Oct. 2026

Phrases Containing paths

• cross paths (with)