pursuit

• Nom désignant l'action de poursuivre ou de suivre quelque chose, ainsi que l'effort ou l'aspiration à atteindre un objectif, un intérêt ou une activité.

A noun referring to the act of chasing, following, or striving to achieve something, such as a goal, interest, or activity.

1. Act of chasingB1formal

   The act of following or chasing someone or something in order to catch them.

   Action de poursuivre

   • The police car was in pursuit of the speeding vehicle.
   • The fox led the hounds on a long pursuit through the forest.
   • The thief escaped despite the officer's pursuit.

   Synonymeschasefollowinghunthuntingtrackingtrailing

2. Goal or activityB1formal

   An activity or goal that someone devotes time and effort to.

   activité ou but poursuivi

   • She is dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge.
   • His main pursuit in life is painting.
   • The pursuit of happiness is a fundamental human right.

   Synonymesactivityaspirationendeavorhobbyinterestoccupationpastimequestundertakingvocation

3. Occupation or hobbyB2formal

   A regular activity or pastime that someone engages in.

   Occupation, activité

   • Gardening is a popular leisure pursuit among retirees.
   • He has many intellectual pursuits, including reading and chess.
   • Her artistic pursuits include photography and sculpture.

   Synonymesactivityavocationdiversionhobbyinterestoccupationpastimerecreationvocation