TRACK Synonyms: 118 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'track' distinct from other similar nouns?

The words trace and vestige are common synonyms of track . While all three words mean "a perceptible sign made by something that has passed," track implies a continuous line that can be followed. // the fossilized tracks of dinosaurs

Q: When can 'trace' be used instead of 'track'?

In some situations, the words trace and track are roughly equivalent. However, trace may suggest any line, mark, or discernible effect. // the killer left no traces

Q: Where would 'vestige' be a reasonable alternative to 'track'?

While in some cases nearly identical to track , vestige applies to a tangible reminder such as a fragment or remnant of what is past and gone. // boulders that are vestiges of the last ice age

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noun

ˈtrak

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as in trail

a mark or series of marks left on a surface by something that has passed along it a muddy track across the kitchen floor

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as in path

a rough course or way formed by or as if by repeated footsteps there was still a faint track through the underbrush that indicated where the path used to be

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as in route

the direction along which something or someone moves I followed the track of the thief's eyes as he watched the woman put the money into her purse and walk away

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verb

as in to chase

to go after or on the track of predators stealthily tracking their prey

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as in to traverse

to make one's way through, across, or over once upon a time, millions of buffalo tracked the wide open plains

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How is the word track distinct from other similar nouns?

The words trace and vestige are common synonyms of track. While all three words mean "a perceptible sign made by something that has passed," track implies a continuous line that can be followed.

the fossilized tracks of dinosaurs

When can trace be used instead of track?

In some situations, the words trace and track are roughly equivalent. However, trace may suggest any line, mark, or discernible effect.

the killer left no traces

Where would vestige be a reasonable alternative to track?

While in some cases nearly identical to track, vestige applies to a tangible reminder such as a fragment or remnant of what is past and gone.

boulders that are vestiges of the last ice age

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Recent Examples of track

Noun

Backed by a full live band, the performance introduced audiences to the country-style track that explores the complexities of love and self-reflection. —

Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024 It will be located on the site of a parking lot, near a railroad track and a U-Haul storage facility, and will comprise four towers, the largest of which will reach a height of 1,907 ft (581 m). —

Adam Williams, New Atlas, 10 Dec. 2024

Verb

Stateside, November’s consumer price index, which tracks a basket of goods and services, was in line with expectations. —

Sam Meredith,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 11 Dec. 2024 House Division officers, and agents with the Threat Assessment Section, tracked down the suspect. —

Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for track

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Just remember, Deer Valley is only open to skiers, so snowboarders will want to stick to Park City — but with nearly 350 trails, that's not really a sacrifice.

Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 9 Dec. 2024
Upon entering, the hotel’s maze-like trails hide surprises around every turn.

Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024