Dictionary-enhanced synonyms
Synonyms for “Tourist” — 4 Other Ways to Say It
Someone visiting a place for vacation or sightseeing, not a local resident.
Meaning of Tourist
A person who visits a place for pleasure, typically staying temporarily and visiting places of interest.
How to Pronounce Tourist
IPA: /ˈtʊrɪst/ Stress: Oo
Stress on 'TOUR-', with schwa in middle: 'TOUR-uh-st'.
4 Synonyms for Tourist — Words Similar to Tourist
Browse alternative words with their meaning, level, and a real example sentence so you pick the synonym that fits your context.
visitor
/ˈvɪzɪtər/Someone who comes to see a place or person.
Example: We have visitors from Japan staying with us.
Smart Synonyms for Tourist — When to Use Each
visitor
for anyone coming to place temporarily
traveler
for someone who journeys for various reasons
sightseer
for someone interested mainly in notable places
Antonyms of Tourist — Opposite Words
How to Use Tourist and Its Synonyms in Sentences
- The beach was crowded with tourists in summer. A2
- As a tourist, she carried a guidebook and camera. B1
- Tourist attractions generate significant revenue for developing economies. B2
Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Tourist
What is another word for "tourist"?
Common synonyms for "tourist" include: visitor, traveler, holiday-maker, sightseer.
What can I say instead of "tourist"?
Try one of these alternatives: visitor, traveler, holiday-maker, sightseer. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.
Is "tourist" formal or informal?
"tourist" is generally used in neutral contexts.
When should I use "tourist" instead of "visitor"?
Use "tourist" when you want to keep the exact nuance shown in the meaning section above; switch to "visitor" when you need a different register, level, or shade of meaning. Compare the cards above to decide.
What are the antonyms of "tourist"?
Words with the opposite meaning of "tourist" include: local, resident.