Synonyms for
Pursued
Definition
To chase after something or someone in order to catch them.
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Formal
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- pursued a career
- pursued a degree
- pursued a dream
- pursued justice
- pursued a hobby
- pursued a goal
- pursued a relationship
Word family
Usage note
The word 'pursued' often implies a sustained effort to achieve or obtain something. It can also refer to the act of chasing someone, especially in a legal or criminal context.
Example sentences
- The cat pursued the mouse across the room.
- The athlete pursued his dream of becoming an Olympic champion.
- The detective pursued the suspect through the city streets.
- The hiker pursued the trail through the forest.
- The student pursued his studies with dedication.
Quotes
Do not be too quick to assume that your enemy is an enemy of God just because he is your enemy. Perhaps he is your enemy precisely because he can find nothing in you that gives glory to God. Perhaps he fears you because he can find nothing in you of God's love and God's kindness and God's patience and mercy and understanding of the weaknesses of men.
We must pursue human rights as we would pursue peace: with tireless vigor, and never faltering.
Never pursue happiness as if it is a destination – pursue it as a practice.