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junket Synonyms

Another word for junket

Choosing another word for junket depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An extravagant trip or celebration, especially one enjoyed by a government official at public expense or by a journalist or celebrity for promotional purposes.

Usage Example

"The mayor faced harsh criticism for taking a luxury overseas excursion funded by taxpayer money."

Strong
excursion
outing
jaunt
boondoggle
Weak
expedition

• verb (Context 2)

To go on an extravagant pleasure trip or excursion, often at someone else's expense.

Usage Example

"Critics accused the executives of junketing around tropical resorts while the company struggled financially."

Strong
jaunt
gallivant
gad

• noun (Context 3)

A feast, banquet, or festive social gathering.

Usage Example

"The annual harvest festival concluded with a lively village feast in the town square."

Strong
feast
banquet
fete
gala

• verb (Context 4)

To attend or indulge in a feast, banquet, or merrymaking.

Usage Example

"The guests spent the entire weekend junketing at the country estate."

Strong
feast
banquet
revel
carouse
celebrate

Opposites of junket

The opposite of junket shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

fast
toil
See all opposites of junket

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