PICNIC Synonyms: 93 Similar and Opposite Words

picnic 1 of 2

noun

ˈpik-(ˌ)nik

Definition of picnic

as in bed of roses

a situation or state of carefree comfort babysitting her sister's three brats for the weekend was no picnic

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as in breeze

something that is easy to do this class is no picnic, but I've really been learning a lot

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picnic

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verb

as in to snack

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Recent Examples of picnic

Noun

This has drawn the ire of Tempe officials and led to 35 citations against him for trespassing and holding picnics without permits. — Nicole Santa Cruz, ProPublica, 7 Oct. 2026 The treasures of both the sea and the surrounding mountains are at your fingertips thanks to an array of land and water activities ranging from hikes and beach picnics to fishing experiences and sunset cruises. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Verb

While picnicking with a baguette and cheese near the river or under the Eiffel Tower may exude Emily in Paris vibes, slip away from the heat and indulge in an elegant meal somewhere Emily actually dined in the show. — Lane Nieset, Forbes.com, 5 June 2026 The vineyard is kid- and dog-friendly and encourages families to picnic in the fields or bring bicycles to explore surrounding bike trails. — Lauren Schuster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for picnic

Recent Examples of Synonyms for picnic

Noun

Paris is hardly short of museums and is a real paradise for art lovers.

— Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026
The community advocated a spiritual life and represented their idea of an earthly paradise.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of paradise

Noun

On his latest, Young’s major-key meditations on love and alienation are as winsome as a bay breeze, if occasionally as insubstantial.

— Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 20 Oct. 2026
High tides along with a gusty breeze will impact communities along the Atlantic Ocean beginning Tuesday, continuing through early Thursday.

— Cutter Martin, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of breeze

Verb

The Hillshire snack packs with white cheese and gouda were measured above proper cold holding temperature.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
With no peak to summit and no trailhead to return to, stopping to snack on wild raspberries and discuss what the group found felt equally part of the adventure.

— Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of snack

Noun

Emerald Check Cake Carrier Even serveware can make a statement, and this cake carrier makes your dessert the star of the dinner party spread.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2026
Fresh bread, pastries, and cakes are baked daily and served alongside fruit, a huge variety of cheeses, hummus, salmon, and egg dishes, and—a given at a hotel that celebrates traditional Madrid life— churros.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of cake

Verb

If weather permits, be sure to dine at Oliveto Restaurant & Lounge Bar, which sits beneath a shady grove of trees and overlooks the pool and vineyard.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
Solo dining is becoming more common, and new 2026 data gives operators a clearer picture of what people dining alone want from their restaurant experience.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of dine

Noun

Tejedor is a Swiss filmmaker and journalist whose work explores utopias and the relationship between individuals and authority across the former Soviet Union and its satellite states.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
There still exists in him the hope for a return to his idealistic notion of the box being a portal for dimensional advancement, where diseases could be cured, peace could be achieved, and a techno-utopia might be possible across all worlds.

— Scott Tobias, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of utopia

Verb

Sometimes, techies will embrace the accusations in ironic fashion, sending a proud middle finger to the luddites who’ve declined partaking in the industry hysteria.

— Frank Landymore, Futurism, 15 Oct. 2026
Visitors can partake in a corn maze, hayrides, caramel apples, and in true KC fashion, barbecue.

— Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of partake

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