Synonyms for

Search

Verb / sɜ:tʃ / Another word for search — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To try to find something by looking for it.

Synonyms & similar words

explore look lookfor seek lookup hunt hunting research look seek hunt explore probe investigate scan examine inspect rummage comb sift scrutinize trace pursue dig quest forage

Synonyms by register

Formal

investigate examine scrutinize explore

Informal

look for hunt for check out dig for

Literary

quest seek rummage

Antonyms

find discover locate uncover stumble upon come across

Common collocations

  • search party
  • search engine
  • search warrant
  • search for clues
  • search the premises
  • conduct a search
  • perform a search

Word family

noun search
verb search
adjective searchable

Usage note

While 'search' can be used for both physical and abstract things, be mindful of the context. For example, 'search for information' is common, but 'search for happiness' is more figurative.

Example sentences

  1. I need to search for my lost phone.
  2. She searched through the box for her favorite toy.
  3. He searched the entire house for his missing cat.
  4. The police searched the area for the missing person.
  5. I always search for the best deals before buying anything.

Quotes

  • The search for truth is more precious than its possession. - Albert Einstein
  • The search for happiness is one of the chief sources of unhappiness. - Eric Hoffer
  • I am searching for the right words to describe how I feel. - Unknown

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