Synonyms of pathways

pathways

noun

plural of pathway

1

as in paths

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

we parked our car near a rambling pathway that led down to the pond

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

2

as in routes

the direction along which something or someone moves

the long, winding pathway of the river before it meets the sea

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pathways

Jan Barry, a co-founder of Vietnam Veterans Against the War, has made the point that there are now established pathways for antiwar veterans to speak out and that no similar tradition exists for dissenters within law enforcement. — Francisco Cantú, New Yorker, 2 Nov. 2026

In general, the au pair program has been largely unaffected as federal officials have cracked down on other types of visas or immigration pathways, Jordan said. — Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Nov. 2026

For example, researchers could investigate molecular structures and reaction pathways to identify promising compounds or chemical processes. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026

Many of today’s challenges stem not from a lack of solutions but from a lack of pathways that help people adopt them at scale. — Jeff Tkach, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Stepping stones, smooth river rocks and textured pathways invite visitors to interact. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 30 Oct. 2026

Home listings on Zillow mentioning sensory gardens and pathways jumped 314% in 2024 over the previous year, a surge that puts the quiet backyard idea squarely in the mainstream. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 29 Oct. 2026

Helps Calm Inflammation Magnesium plays a role in regulating inflammatory pathways in the body—and because stress can deplete magnesium levels, keeping yours in check may support overall balance. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 29 Oct. 2026

Its faster trial infrastructure, its more integrated translational pathways, and its willingness to link industrial strategy to health delivery hold lessons for governments around the world. — Ruby Wang, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2026