adventuring
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ædˈvɛn.tʃər.ɪŋ/
KK: /ædˈvɛnʧərɪŋ/
noun
Definition
The act of going on exciting journeys or exploring new places, often involving risks and challenges.
Example
She spent her summer adventuring in the mountains and exploring new trails.
Conversation
I’ve been thinking about our last trip; it was the best kind of adventuring we could do together.
I totally agree! Exploring new places always excites me.
We should plan another trip soon, just for the fun of adventuring again.
Absolutely! I can't wait to see where we end up next.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
exploration
journey
quest
Antonyms
settlement
stagnation
routine
verb
Definition
To go on exciting journeys or experiences, often involving exploration or risk.
Example
They spent the summer adventuring through the mountains and forests.
Tense Forms
Past: adventured
Past Participle: adventured
Conversation
I can't wait for the weekend; I'm planning on adventuring in the mountains.
That sounds amazing! Do you have a specific trail in mind?
Yeah, I found this one that leads to a beautiful waterfall.
Root Explanation
Adventuring → It is formed from "ad-" (meaning to) and "venire" (meaning to come). The word describes the act of coming to new experiences or journeys, often with a sense of excitement and exploration.
Memory Tip
Think of 'coming to' new experiences ('ad-' means to, and 'venire' means to come) — that's what adventuring is all about.
Visually Confused Words
unadventuring
aventurine
venturine