vacationed

/vəˈkeɪʃənd/

VERB

1. To spend or take a vacation

To spend a period away from regular work or daily responsibilities for rest, relaxation, recreation, or travel.

1.1. Traveling for leisure

To travel to another place and spend time there for enjoyment, sightseeing, or recreational activities.

Synonyms

  • holidayed
  • escaped

Antonyms

  • worked
  • labored
  • toiled
  • drudged
  • slaved
  • slogged
  • plodded
  • hustled
  • strained
  • struggled
  • strove
  • sweated

Examples

  • Last summer, we vacationed in a picturesque seaside town.
  • They eagerly vacationed in the mountains, enjoying the fresh air.
  • The couple vacationed in Europe, exploring various historical cities.
  • Despite the rain, we joyfully vacationed at a cozy cabin in the woods.
  • She fondly reminisces about the tropical paradise where they vacationed.

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1.2. Resting and relaxing during time off

To take a break from work or routine activities by resting, relaxing, or enjoying leisure time.

Synonyms

  • rested
  • relaxed
  • reposed
  • lazed
  • lounged
  • loafed
  • idled
  • bummed
  • broke
  • got off
  • goldbricked

Antonyms

  • endeavored
  • grubbed
  • humped
  • moiled
  • plugged
  • wrought
  • travailed

Examples

  • Last summer, we vacationed in a picturesque seaside town.
  • Despite the rain, we joyfully vacationed at a cozy cabin in the woods.

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