stroll (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈstroʊl/

Definition

To walk in a slow, relaxed manner, especially for pleasure.

Examples

• We decided to stroll along the beach as the sun began to set.

• He often takes a short stroll around the block to clear his head.

• The tourists enjoyed a pleasant stroll through the historic city center.

How to Use stroll

stroll through (prepositional phrase)

To walk slowly and relaxedly in or across a place. — "They strolled through the bustling marketplace."

stroll along (prepositional phrase)

To walk slowly and relaxedly beside something, like a path or river. — "We strolled along the riverbank, enjoying the view."

stroll in (prepositional phrase)

To walk slowly and relaxedly into a place. — "He likes to stroll in the garden every morning."

Synonyms of stroll

Words with a similar meaning to stroll:

• walk
• amble
• saunter
• perambulate

Antonyms of stroll

Words with the opposite meaning to stroll:

• dash
• sprint
• hustle

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