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Synonyms of wander

6 similar words

Another word for wander is roam. Other synonyms of wander are err, cheat, drift, distract and scatter.

Synonyms and similar words for wander

verbTo move without purpose or specified destination; often in search of livelihood.

  • err
  • roamTo wander or travel freely and with no specific destination.

verbTo commit adultery.

verbTo go somewhere indirectly or at varying speeds; to move in a curved path.

verbOf the mind, to lose focus or clarity of argument or attention.

Meaning of wander

  1. verb To move without purpose or specified destination; often in search of livelihood.
  2. verb To stray; stray from one's course; err.
  3. verb To commit adultery.

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Questions about synonyms of wander

What is another word for wander?
Wander has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as roam, err, cheat, drift, distract and scatter.
What does wander mean?
Wander means to move without purpose or specified destination; often in search of livelihood.

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