seeking Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun the act of searching for something
   quest.
   
   • a quest for diamonds
2. noun an attempt to acquire or gain something
   
3. verb try to get or reach
   seek.
   
   • seek a position
   • seek an education
   • seek happiness
4. verb try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
   look for; search; seek.
   
   • The police are searching for clues
   • They are searching for the missing man in the entire county
5. verb make an effort or attempt
   try; attempt; seek; essay; assay.
   
   • He tried to shake off his fears
   • The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps
   • The police attempted to stop the thief
   • He sought to improve himself
   • She always seeks to do good in the world
6. verb go to or towards
   seek.
   
   • a liquid seeks its own level
7. verb inquire for
   seek.
   
   • seek directions from a local

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