Seeking

/ˈsiːkɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of trying to find or obtain something.

Their seeking of knowledge led them to various sources of information.

the pursuit of something.

In their seeking of happiness, they found fulfillment in helping others.

verb

the act of looking for or trying to obtain something.

She is seeking a new job after graduating from college.

to strive to achieve or gain something.

The organization is seeking to improve community health.

to ask for (something) from someone.

He is seeking advice from his mentor on how to proceed.

Middle English seken, from Old English sēcan; akin to Old Norse sókn to seek

seeking shelter

Looking for a place to protect oneself from danger or weather.

seeking revenge

The act of trying to get back at someone for a perceived wrongdoing.

seeking knowledge

The pursuit of understanding and information.

seeking help

Requesting assistance or support.

seek

To look for or try to find.

seeker

A person who searches for something.

To look carefully and thoroughly.

On the hunt

I'm on the hunt for a new apartment.

In search mode

She’s in search mode for the perfect dress.