route (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ruːt/, /raʊt/

Definition

A way or course taken to get from a starting point to a destination.

Examples

• The shortest route to the city center is through the park.

• We took a scenic route along the coast.

• The GPS will show you the best route to avoid traffic.

How to Use route

route to (prepositional phrase)

Indicating the destination of the path. — "What is the best route to the train station?"

route through (prepositional phrase)

Indicating a place that the path passes. — "We took a route through the mountains."

route for (prepositional phrase)

Indicating the intended recipient or purpose. — "The delivery service has a special route for fragile packages."

Synonyms of route

Words with a similar meaning to route:

• way
• path
• course
• itinerary

Antonyms of route

Words with the opposite meaning to route:

• destination
• blockage

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