Tourism

Pronunciation: /ˈtʊˌrɪzəm/

Tourism (noun)

  1. The activity of traveling to different places for enjoyment or leisure.
  2. The business and services that support people traveling for pleasure or recreation.

Examples

  • Many people enjoy tourism during their summer vacations.
  • Tourism plays a vital role in the economy of many countries.

Common collocations: cultural tourism, eco tourism, tourism industry, tourism revenue

Synonyms of Tourism

Neutral

Antonyms of Tourism

  • Opposite of traveling; remaining in one place.