Synonyms of trajectories

trajectories

noun

plural of trajectory

as in paths

the curved course along which something (such as a rocket) moves through the air or through space

the trajectory of the missile

Related Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of trajectories

Just as the two relationships are marked by different trajectories, Diana and Camilla’s engagement rings couldn’t be more different. —Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026

Mendoza can throw fade passes with different trajectories. —Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 5 Mar. 2026

Newer systems, including the Fattah series, incorporate maneuverable reentry vehicles that can adjust their flight path near the end of their trajectories. —Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 4 Mar. 2026

Their trajectories are precise, the tempo is fast and the technique polished. —ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026

The two rivals’ trajectories eventually diverged. —Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 2 Mar. 2026

Industry has been leaning into their comparable life trajectories since the start of Season 3, particularly with regard to the circumstances surrounding the mysterious death of Yasmin's father, publishing magnate Charles Hanani (Adam Levy). —Megan McCluskey, Time, 2 Mar. 2026

On curved surfaces, parallel trajectories intersect—liberation movements that appear separate on maps organized around Euroamerican centers were always convergent in Afro-Asian circuits. —Anel Rakhimzhanova, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2026

On current trajectories, these economies are expected to generate only about 400 million jobs over that same period — leaving a gap of staggering proportions. —Ajaypal Banga, Twin Cities, 1 Mar. 2026