Pronunciation

/route/

Definitions

Noun

A route is a planned series of steps, stages, or directions taken to travel from one place to another, often on a road or public transportation system.

Verb

To route can mean to plan or determine the path or sequence of stops for a journey, or to direct someone or something along a specific course.

Phrases

• “Opt for a particular route” means to choose a specific path or itinerary.
• “The delivery driver knows the fastest route” implies the efficient path for delivering goods.
• “Traffic routing software helps navigate congested areas.”

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The bus route goes through several neighborhoods before reaching downtown.”
• Verb: “The pilot routed the plane around the storm clouds.”
• Infinitive: “To find the best route for the hiking trip, we consulted a map.”

Synonyms

• Path
• Course
• Route map
• Itinerary
• Track
• Way
• Direction

Antonyms

• Detour
• Diversion
• Circuitous
• Unplanned (in the context of a planned route)