paths

[pæθs]

paths Definition

  • 1a way or track laid down for walking or made by continual treading
  • 2a course or direction taken or to be taken

Using paths: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "paths" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The paths in the park are well-maintained.

  • Example

    We took different paths to get to the same destination.

  • Example

    His career path has been quite successful so far.

paths Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for paths

Phrases with paths

  • cross someone's path

    to meet or come across someone, especially unexpectedly

    Example

    I hope I never cross paths with that rude neighbor again.

  • to choose a particular course of action or way of life

    Example

    After college, she decided to go down the path of entrepreneurship.

  • to deceive or mislead someone

    Example

    He led me down the garden path with false promises of a promotion.

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Summary: paths in Brief

The term 'paths' [pæθs] refers to ways or tracks for walking, as well as courses or directions taken. It can describe physical trails, such as 'The paths in the park are well-maintained,' or metaphorical ones, like 'His career path has been quite successful so far.' Phrases include 'cross someone's path,' meaning to meet unexpectedly, and 'lead someone down the garden path,' meaning to deceive.