Pronunciation

/pərˈsuːt/

Definitions

Noun

1. Pursuit: The act of chasing, pursuing, or following something or someone, often with the intention to catch or attain it. For example: “The police pursued the fleeing suspect.”
2. Pursuit of knowledge: The continuous search for understanding and learning. For example: “His lifelong pursuit of scientific knowledge led to many discoveries.”
3. Pursuit hobbies: Engaging in activities one enjoys in their free time. For example: “She had a passion for the pursuit of painting.”

Verb

1. To chase or follow after with the aim of capturing or obtaining. For example: “He pursued his dream career in journalism.”
2. To actively seek or strive for something. For example: “Students pursue higher education to gain skills for the future.”

Phrases

• “In the pursuit of happiness” refers to the search for well-being and contentment.
• “The pursuit of justice” is the effort to uphold fairness and rightness.
• “The pursuit of excellence” is a commitment to striving for the best.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The hiker was determined to reach the summit, despite the challenging pursuit.”
• Verb: “After graduating, he pursued a career in law, relentlessly pursuing justice for the victims.”
• Pursuit as a verb: “He pursued his dream of becoming a professional musician, practicing diligently every day.”

Synonyms

• Chasing
• Tracking
• Following
• Seeking
• Going after
• Striving for
• Attainment
• Goal
• Objective