A1 noun Neutral #3,985 most common

adventure

/ədˈventʃə(r)/

An adventure is an exciting and unusual experience that often involves some risk or danger. It usually happens when you travel to new places or try something new and different.

Examples

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1

Exploring the old forest felt like a big adventure to the children.

The children felt like they were on an exciting journey in the forest.

2

The scientific expedition was a grand adventure that led to many discoveries.

The research trip was an exciting journey of discovery.

3

Hey, do you want to go on a little adventure to that hidden beach?

Want to visit the secret beach with me for fun?

Word Family

Noun
adventure
Verb
adventure
Adverb
adventurously
Adjective
adventurous
Related
adventurer
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Memory Tip

Think of the 'Ad' in 'Adventure' as 'Adding' excitement to your life.

Quick Quiz

I want to go on an ________ to the Amazon rainforest.

Correct!

The correct answer is: adventure

Examples

1

Exploring the old forest felt like a big adventure to the children.

everyday

The children felt like they were on an exciting journey in the forest.

2

The scientific expedition was a grand adventure that led to many discoveries.

formal

The research trip was an exciting journey of discovery.

3

Hey, do you want to go on a little adventure to that hidden beach?

informal

Want to visit the secret beach with me for fun?

4

The novel explores the theme of adventure as a path to self-discovery.

academic

The book looks at how exciting journeys help people find themselves.

5

The CEO described the startup's expansion as the greatest adventure of his career.

business

The boss called the company's growth his most exciting career journey.

Word Family

Noun
adventure
Verb
adventure
Adverb
adventurously
Adjective
adventurous
Related
adventurer

Common Collocations

go on an adventure to start an exciting trip
sense of adventure a feeling of wanting to do new things
exciting adventure a very fun and interesting experience
seek adventure to look for exciting things to do
great adventure a very big or important exciting experience

Common Phrases

adventure of a lifetime

the most exciting experience in one's life

spirit of adventure

the willingness to try new and risky things

outdoor adventure

exciting activities done in nature

Often Confused With

adventure vs experience

Experience is any event you live through; adventure is specifically exciting, new, and often risky.

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Usage Notes

Adventure is a countable noun, so you can have 'an adventure' or 'many adventures'. It is most frequently used with the verb 'go on'.

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Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes use 'adventure' for a regular, boring work trip; it should only be used if the trip is exciting or unusual.

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Memory Tip

Think of the 'Ad' in 'Adventure' as 'Adding' excitement to your life.

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Word Origin

Derived from the Old French word 'aventure', meaning 'chance, fortune, or luck'.

Grammar Patterns

Countable noun Plural: adventures
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Cultural Context

In many cultures, especially in literature and film, the 'hero's adventure' is a common story structure representing personal growth.

Quick Quiz

I want to go on an ________ to the Amazon rainforest.

Correct!

The correct answer is: adventure

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