Pronunciation

/puːˈsaʊ/

Definitions

• Verb: To follow, chase, or seek after with the intention of catching or obtaining; to pursue a course of action or a goal. [n. 1] [v. transitive]
• Noun: The act of pursuing, pursuit, or the state of being pursued. [n. 2]

Phrases

• “Pursue a career” means to work towards a chosen profession.
• “Pursue an education” refers to continuing one’s studies.
• “Pursuit of happiness” is a phrase from the Declaration of Independence, referring to the right to seek well-being.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The detective decided to pursue the criminal through the city.”
• Noun: “His lifelong pursuit of knowledge led him to become a renowned scholar.”
• Phrasal Verb: “After graduating, she pursued her passion for art.”

Synonyms

• Chase
• Follow
• Hunt
• Track
• Seek
• Go after
• Aim for
• Strive

Antonyms

• Abandon
• Desist
• Retreat
• Avoid
• Forsake

Idiomatic expressions

• “Pursue relentlessly” - to continue chasing without stopping.
• “Drop pursuit” - to stop actively trying to catch or find something.
• “Lost in pursuit” - deeply focused or absorbed in a pursuit.