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wanderlust

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Illustration of "wanderlust": Wanderlust is a strong, innate desire or irresistible urge to travel and explore the world. It captu

What does "wanderlust" mean?

Wanderlust is a strong, innate desire or irresistible urge to travel and explore the world. It captures the restless feeling of wanting to leave the familiar behind to discover new horizons, landscapes, and cultures. While it originates from German, it is commonly used in English to describe a deep-seated passion for travel. It is often used in romantic or aspirational contexts, such as social media captions or travel writing, to describe a lifestyle or a personality trait rather than a simple vacation plan.

"wanderlust" in conversation

Planning a trip

I’ve been stuck in this office for months and my wanderlust is hitting me hard.

I’ve been stuck in this office for months and my wanderlust is hitting me hard.

I feel you. Should we look at flights to Lisbon tonight?

I feel you. Should we look at flights to Lisbon tonight?

Used to express the emotional toll of staying in one place.

Discussing a personality trait

Do you think you’ll ever settle down, or is the wanderlust permanent?

Do you think you’ll ever settle down, or is the wanderlust permanent?

Honestly, I think I’ll always need a map in my pocket.

Honestly, I think I’ll always need a map in my pocket.

Highlights wanderlust as a defining, long-term character trait.

"wanderlust" in a sentence

  1. She felt a sudden wanderlust.

    She felt a sudden wanderlust.

  2. The travel blog was dedicated to those with incurable wanderlust.

    The travel blog was dedicated to those with incurable wanderlust.

  3. His deep-seated wanderlust compelled him to trade his corporate career for a life on the road.

    His deep-seated wanderlust compelled him to trade his corporate career for a life on the road.

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