Synonyms for

Hunted

Verb / ˈhʌntʌd / / ˈhʌntɪd / / ˈhʌnʌd / / ˈhʌnɪd / Another word for hunted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to search for or pursue (game or other wild animals) for food or sport

Synonyms & similar words

trace trackdown hound run huntdown hunt chased pursued tracked followed trailed stalked searched scouted prospected quested ferreted hounded dogged shadowed treated ambushed surprised cornered ambuscaded sniped

Synonyms by register

Formal

pursued chased tracked harassed

Informal

going after on the run dogged

Literary

preyed upon harried

Antonyms

free safe secure unpursued at ease unmolested

Common collocations

  • hunted down
  • hunted for
  • hunted by
  • hunted animal
  • hunted man
  • hunted prey
  • hunted creature

Word family

noun hunt
verb hunt
adjective hunted
adverb huntingly

Usage note

The adjective 'hunted' often describes someone or something that is being actively pursued or sought after, implying a sense of danger or desperation.

Example sentences

  1. The lion hunted for its prey in the jungle.
  2. My dad and brother went hunting for deer last weekend.
  3. The fox was hunted by the hounds.
  4. She hunted through the store looking for the perfect dress.
  5. We need to hire a new employee to hunt for potential clients.

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