seeking

• Sustantivo que denota la acción de buscar algo o el intento de adquirir u obtener algo.

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.

   búsqueda

   • 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.

   Sinónimoshuntlookingpursuitquestsearch

   Antónimosdiscoveryfinding

2. Attempt to acquireB2formal

   An effort or attempt to obtain or achieve something.

   búsqueda de adquisición

   • 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.

   Sinónimosattempteffortendeavorhuntpursuitquestsearchstriving

   Antónimosabandonmentavoidancerefusalrejectionrenunciation

• Verbo que indica tratar de encontrar o conseguir algo, o esforzarse por alcanzar un objetivo.

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

verbo irregular

1. Try to findA2formal

   To attempt to find or discover something.

   buscar

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

   Sinónimoslook forpursuequestsearch

   Antónimosavoidignoreneglectshun

2. B1formal

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

   solicitar

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

   Sinónimosask forpetitionrequestsolicit

   Antónimosdenyrefusewithhold

3. Pursue or aim forB2formal

   To try to achieve or obtain a goal or position.

   buscar, pretender

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

   Sinónimosattemptpursuetarget

   Antónimosabandonavoidforgorelinquishrenounceshun

Variantes phrasalseek out