seeking

• Substantiv, das die Handlung des Suchens nach etwas oder den Versuch bezeichnet, etwas zu erlangen oder zu bekommen.

A noun referring to the act of searching for something or an attempt to acquire or gain something.

1. Act of searchingB2formal

   The action or process of looking for something or someone.

   Suche

   • The seeking of truth is a fundamental human endeavor.
   • Her constant seeking for knowledge led her to many libraries.
   • The seeking of a new job can be a stressful process.

   Synonymehuntlookingpursuitquestsearch

   Antonymediscoveryfinding

2. Attempt to acquireB2formal

   An effort or attempt to obtain or achieve something.

   Suche

   • His seeking of fame and fortune ultimately left him unhappy.
   • The company's seeking of new markets was a strategic move.
   • Their seeking of a peaceful resolution was commendable.

   Synonymeattempteffortendeavorhuntpursuitquestsearchstriving

   Antonymeabandonmentavoidancerefusalrejectionrenunciation

• Verb, das den Versuch bezeichnet, etwas zu finden oder zu erlangen; auch streben nach etwas oder versuchen, etwas zu erreichen.

A verb used to indicate the act of trying to find or obtain something.

unregelmäßiges Verb

1. Try to findA2formal

   To attempt to find or discover something.

   Suchen

   • She sought help from her teacher.
   • He is seeking a new job in the city.
   • They seek treasure in the old ruins.

   Synonymelook forpursuequestsearch

   Antonymeavoidignoreneglectshun

2. B1formal

   To request or ask for something, such as advice or permission.

   Erbitten

   • He sought advice from his lawyer.
   • The refugees sought asylum in another country.
   • She sought permission to leave early.

   Synonymeask forpetitionrequestsolicit

   Antonymedenyrefusewithhold

3. Pursue or aim forB2formal

   To try to achieve or obtain a goal or position.

   Streben nach

   • He seeks to become the president.
   • The company seeks to expand its market share.
   • They seek justice for the victims.

   Synonymeattemptpursuetarget

   Antonymeabandonavoidforgorelinquishrenounceshun

Phrasal-Variantenseek out