voyage
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈvɔɪɪdʒ/
KK: /ˈvɔɪɪdʒ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To travel by sea or through space, often for a long distance.
Example
They decided to voyage across the ocean to explore new lands.
Tense Forms
Past: voyaged
Past Participle: voyaged
Conversation
Have you ever thought about going on a long voyage?
Yeah, it sounds exciting! Where would you want to go?
I think I'd love to voyage across the Mediterranean Sea.
That would be amazing! The views must be breathtaking.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
travel
journey
sail
Antonyms
stay
remain
halt
noun
Definition
A long journey to a faraway place, often by sea.
Example
They went on a voyage across the ocean to explore new lands.
Conversation
Have you ever thought about going on a long voyage?
Yeah, I’d love to sail around the world someday!
That sounds amazing! What kind of places would you visit on your voyage?
transitive verb
Definition
To travel by sea or through space, often on a long journey.
Example
They voyaged across the Atlantic Ocean on a large ship.
Tense Forms
Past: voyaged
Past Participle: voyaged
Conversation
Have you ever voyaged across the ocean?
Not yet, but it's definitely on my bucket list!
I just finished a trip where I voyaged to several islands.
Root Explanation
Voyage comes from Old French 'viage' (meaning journey or passage), which is derived from the Latin 'viaticum' (meaning provision for a journey). The word 'voyage' refers to a journey, especially one taken by sea or through space.
Memory Tip
Think of 'viage' as a journey, and remember that a 'voyage' is a journey, particularly over water.
Visually Confused Words
volage
vage
outvoyage