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avenue

[ˈævənjuː]

avenue Definition

  • 1a wide street or road, often lined with trees
  • 2a way of achieving something or reaching a goal

Using avenue: Examples

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

  • Example

    The Champs-Élysées is a famous avenue in Paris.

  • Example

    She pursued every avenue to get the job done.

  • Example

    The company explored new avenues for growth.

avenue Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for avenue

Phrases with avenue

  • a route or method used to approach or solve a problem

    Example

    We need to consider all possible avenues of approach before making a decision.

  • a route or means of escaping from a difficult or dangerous situation

    Example

    The only avenue of escape was through the window.

  • a promising or favorable opportunity for advancement or success

    Example

    The new job offered her an avenue of opportunity for career growth.

Origins of avenue

from Old French 'aveneu', meaning 'arrival'

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Summary: avenue in Brief

An 'avenue' [ˈævənjuː] is a wide street or road, often lined with trees. It can also refer to a way of achieving something or reaching a goal, as in 'She pursued every avenue to get the job done.' Phrases like 'avenue of approach' and 'avenue of escape' use 'avenue' to denote a route or method, while 'avenue of opportunity' refers to a promising or favorable opportunity for advancement or success.

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