Pronunciation

/pəˈsændʒər/

Definitions

Noun

• A person who travels in a vehicle, aircraft, or on public transportation, usually paying a fare: The airplane was crowded with passengers.
• A person aboard a ship or train, especially during a voyage: Cruise passengers often enjoy various activities on board.
• A person using a service or facility, such as a hotel or restaurant: The hotel had several business passengers staying over the weekend.

Verb

• To travel as a passenger: She’s flying to Paris as a passenger next week.
• To carry or convey (someone) as a passenger: The bus driver transported the passengers safely to their destination.

Adjective

• Referring to someone who is traveling or being conveyed: The passenger seat was reserved.

Phrases

• “Boarding passengers” indicates people getting on a vehicle.
• “Passenger capacity” refers to the maximum number of people a vehicle can hold.
• “First-class passengers” are those enjoying premium services on a trip.

Example Sentences

• Noun: The flight had a mix of leisure and business passengers.
• Verb: The pilot announced that all passengers should fasten their seat belts.
• Adjective: The luxury cruise line caters to high-end passenger needs.

Synonyms

• Traveler
• Passenger fare
• Traveler (in the context of transport)
• Commuter
• Boarder

Related Words

• Co-passenger
• Tourist
• Passenger list
• Stowaway (illegally)
• Baggage claim
• Airline ticket
• Cruise fare