traveled

adjective

trav·​eled ˈtra-vəld How to pronounce traveled (audio)
variants or travelled
Synonyms of travelednext
1
: experienced in travel
a widely traveled journalist
2
: used by travelers
a well-traveled road

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Aquarius January 20 – February 18 The path less traveled is calling to you. — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 20 Jan. 2024 The space definitely did not suit the couple’s style, which the designers described as California casual with traveled and Old World European elements. — Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 22 Nov. 2022 See All Example Sentences for traveled

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of traveled was in the 15th century

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“Traveled.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/traveled. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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traveled

adjective
trav·​eled
variants or travelled
ˈtrav-əld
1
: having traveled widely : experienced in travel
a well-traveled reporter
2
: used by travelers
a heavily-traveled road

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