Pronunciation

/chse/

Definitions

• Verb: To pursue with the intention of capturing or stopping, often in a competitive or playful manner. For example: “The children were chasing each other around the park.”
• Noun: The act of pursuing, especially in a game or competition. For example: “The police chased the thief through the streets.”
• Adjective: Intense or enthusiastic pursuit. For example: “The chase for the championship was thrilling.”

Phrases

• “Chase after someone” implies pursuing someone’s attention or goal.
• “The race was on as they chased the finish line.”
• “A wild goose chase” refers to an unsuccessful search or pursuit.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “He decided to chase his dream of becoming a professional athlete.”
• Noun: “The detectives were hot on the trail of the stolen artifact, determined to chase it down.”
• Adjective: “Her eyes were fixed on the prize, chasing success relentlessly.”

Synonyms

• Pursuit
• Run after
• Hunt
• Follow
• Chase after (also used as a verb)
• Go after
• Go for

Antonyms

• Avoid
• Escape
• Lose (in a competition)