wander (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈwɒn.dər/

Definition

To walk or move slowly in a relaxed way, without a clear purpose or direction.

Examples

• He likes to wander around the park in the evening.

• Her thoughts began to wander during the long lecture.

• We spent the afternoon wandering through the old town.

How to Use wander

wander off (phrasal verb)

To move away from a place or group, often without intending to. — "The dog wandered off into the woods."

wander around (prepositional phrase)

To walk in a place without a specific destination. — "Tourists often wander around the historic sites."

wander through (prepositional phrase)

To walk slowly and without a clear purpose in a particular area. — "We decided to wander through the forest."

wander into (prepositional phrase)

To enter a place by chance while walking aimlessly. — "He wandered into a small cafe and had a coffee."

Synonyms of wander

Words with a similar meaning to wander:

• stroll
• roam
• meander
• rove

Antonyms of wander

Words with the opposite meaning to wander:

• hurry
• rush
• march

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