na
vi
gate
Third Person
navigates
Present Participle
navigating
Past Tense
navigated
Past Participle
navigated
1
to choose the direction of and guide a vehicle, ship, etc., especially by using a map
- She helped the driver navigate by providing turn-by-turn directions.
- The travel agent provided a detailed itinerary, helping the vacationers navigate through scenic routes.
- The driving instructor taught the student how to navigate through traffic and use road signs.
- Using a paper map, the backpackers took turns navigating.
- The navigator instructed the driver on how to navigate through diverse landscapes and terrains.
Synonyms:
2
to travel across or on an area of water by a ship or boat
- The cruise ship successfully navigated through the narrow channels of the fjord.
- Yachtsmen often compete in regattas, showcasing their ability to navigate through a designated course in open waters.
- In the era of tall ships, sailors used stars to determine their position at sea, allowing them to navigate across vast distances.
- The maritime pilot skillfully navigated into the harbor.
3
to move through a challenging area with careful consideration of obstacles
transitive
- Explorers had to navigate the icy waters of the Arctic, carefully avoiding icebergs and frozen obstacles.
- The mountain climbers needed to navigate the rocky cliffs as they ascended the peak.
- The sailors faced the challenge of navigating the treacherous waters near the rocky coastline during the storm.
- The convoy of trucks had to navigate the challenging desert terrain, carefully avoiding sand dunes.
- The canoeists navigated the winding river, skillfully paddling through meandering bends and fallen logs.
4
(computing) to move from one website to another or find one's way around on a website
transitive
- Students were taught how to navigate the educational platform to access course materials.
- During the online workshop, participants were guided on how to navigate the webinar platform.
- Users can navigate the social media platform to connect with friends, share updates, and explore trending topics.
- The job seeker navigated the career portal, searching for relevant job postings.