gadabouts
/ˈɡæd.əˌbaʊts/
NOUN
1. People who wander in search of amusement
People who frequently move from place to place without a fixed destination, seeking entertainment, pleasure, new experiences, or the companionship of others.
1.1. Wandering and roaming from place to place
Used to describe people who enjoy moving between different locations without settling in one place, often traveling, exploring, or wandering for recreation and personal enjoyment.
Synonyms
- wanderers
- roamers
- rovers
- ramblers
- drifters
- vagabonds
- nomads
- wayfarers
- roamers
- strollers
- amblers
- saunterers
- tramps
- transients
- hoboes
- hobos
- knockabouts
Antonyms
- homebodies
- dwellers
- inhabitants
- residents
- settlers
- denizens
Examples
- The city's parks were filled with lively gadabouts enjoying the sunny day.
- At the travel agency, brochures attracted the attention of potential gadabouts.
- The festival drew in a diverse crowd of curious gadabouts seeking entertainment.
- As the news of the street fair spread, local gadabouts eagerly planned to attend.
- The charming cafe on the corner became a favorite spot for neighborhood gadabouts.