Unique random synonym11/27/2023 Originating from the epic ancient Greek poems by Homer about the king of Ithaca seeking home after the fall of Troy, the word ‘odyssey’ is one of our literary favourites, used to describe a grand voyage or adventure.Įuphoria (noun): a feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness Odyssey ( noun) a long trip or period involving a lot of different and exciting activities (I’ve had that feeling quite a few times, but the ones that stand out are Horsehoe Bend in the USA, and the Massai Mara in Kenya). I’m sure you can recall standing in a place you’ve never been before and feeling something magical or special surrounding you. The ‘subtle emanation around the body’, or ‘gentle breeze’ in middle English: the word aura is more commonly used to describe someone’s surrounding energy or the quality or atmosphere of a place. AuraĪura (noun): the distinctive atmosphere or quality that seems to surround and be generated by a person, thing, or place. Serendipity (noun): the occurrence and development of events by chance in a happy or beneficial wayĪllegedly deriving from a Persian fairy tale: ‘The three princes of Serendip’, in which characters made accidental discoveries, the word ‘serendipity’ means a beneficial turn of events which happen purely by chance or coincidentally. Definitely one for the mental dictionary of any avid traveler. ‘Ineffable’ means indescribable, something which cannot be contained within language. The French word ‘effable’ literally means ‘that may be expressed in words’. Ineffable (adj): indescribable, something which cannot be contained within language Peripatetic (adj): A person who spends his time wanderingĪ word with Greek origins, Peripatetic describes traveling from place to place, in particular, working or based in various places for relatively short periods. – 60+ Awe-Inspiring Mountain Quotes that show you can achieve anything Peripatetic – 55 Wanderlust-Worthy Ocean Quotes that help you harness the power of the waves – 50+ Beautiful Beach Quotes to help you celebrate those magical summer moments – 80+ Adventure Quotes to Spark Your Next Epic Adventure – 100+ Travel Quotes to Inspire Your Wanderlust RELATED – We absolutely LOVE quotes and wordplay here at MakeTimeToSeeTheWorld and this just the latest post in a long line of inspirational wanderlust-inducing content. One we know and love and perhaps less unusual for any avid traveler, but did you know the word ‘wanderlust’ derives from the German verb ‘wandern’ meaning ‘to wander’ and ‘lust’ meaning a strong desire?Įffervescent (adjective): vivacious and enthusiastic (with regards to character)ĭid you know that the original meaning of the word ‘effervescent’ comes from the Latin word ‘fervere’- to be hot, boil? But the more figurative, common use of the word describes someone or something with ‘exuberant’ or ‘sparkling’ character. This one simply had to make the number one spot. Wanderlust (noun): the feeling of longing for far-off places you’ve never even been to. Unusual Travel Words with Beautiful Meanings Wanderlust
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