# wanderlust

/ˈwɑndɝˌɫəst/ (US) · /wˈɒndəlˌʌst/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/wanderlust
Updated: 2026-10-15

## Definition

a strong wish to travel and see new places. You feel it when staying in one place feels boring and you want an adventure.

For teachers: a strong and persistent desire to travel and explore distant or unfamiliar places.

## Examples

- She feels wanderlust every time she sees travel photos.
- After two years working from home, his wanderlust returns and he starts planning a long train trip.
- Her wanderlust, sharpened by years of routine office work, drew her toward remote coastlines and night trains rather than familiar resorts.

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