English Synonym Finder

shortcut

Definitions

A route shorter than the customary one.

A method or means of achieving something more quickly or easily than by the standard way.

A key or combination of keys on a keyboard that provides quick access to a particular function.

Examples

Taking the shortcut through the park saved us ten minutes on our walk home.

There is no easy shortcut to becoming a master at playing the piano.

Synonyms

direct route fast track bypath quick fix shorter way

Antonyms

long way around detour circuitous route scenic route indirect path