wandered

[ˈwɒndə(r)d]

wandered Definition

• 1. to move around or go to different places without any definite purpose or direction
• 2. to lose concentration or become distracted from a topic

Using wandered: Examples

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

• Example

  We wandered around the city for hours.

• Example

  My mind wandered during the lecture.

• Example

  The lost hiker wandered aimlessly in the woods.

wandered Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wandered

• roamed
• drifted
• meandered

Antonyms for wandered

• directed
• guided

Phrases with wandered

• wander off

  to move away from a group or path, often unintentionally

  Example

  The children wandered off while we were setting up the picnic.

• wanderlust

  a strong desire to travel and explore the world

  Example

  She has a serious case of wanderlust and is always planning her next trip.

• mind wandering

  the act of losing focus on a task and letting one's thoughts drift to other topics

  Example

  Mind wandering can be a sign of boredom or lack of engagement with a task.

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Summary: wandered in Brief

To 'wander' [ˈwɒndə(r)d] means to move around without a specific purpose or direction. It can also refer to losing focus or becoming distracted. Examples include 'We wandered around the city for hours' and 'My mind wandered during the lecture.' Phrases like 'wander off' and 'wanderlust' extend the concept, while 'mind wandering' refers to a specific type of distraction.