adventure
Translation
adventure, exciting experience
Examples
Traveling through the jungle was a great adventure.
Travelling through the jungle was a great adventure.
He is looking for adventure in his life.
He is looking for adventure in his life.
Grammar Patterns
go on an adventure to do something exciting Let's go on an adventure this weekend.
a sense of adventure the feeling of wanting exciting experiences She has a great sense of adventure.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expedition, journey, quest, experience
Etymology
From Latin 'adventura' (a thing about to happen), from 'ad-' (to) + 'venire' (to come).
Memory Tips
An 'adventure' is an event that is 'coming to' you. It's related to 'advent' (arrival).