Pursuit Synonyms and Antonyms

pər-so͝ot
The following of another in an attempt to overtake and capture
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. chase
  2. hot pursuit
An attempting to accomplish or attain
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. pursuing
  2. quest
  3. search
A working at a profession or occupation
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. practice
  2. avocation
  3. by-line
  4. hobby
  5. sideline
  6. spare-time-activity
A diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. pastime
  2. interest
Synonyms:
(Verb)
  1. harass
  2. hund
  3. pursue

Words Related to Pursuit

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Pursuit Sentence Examples

  • The sounds of pursuit grew fainter.

  • The pursuit of the Russian army, about which Napoleon was so concerned, produced an unheard-of result.

  • Apellicon's chief pursuit was the collection of rare and important books.

  • Sounds of pursuit came from a few floors down, blocking her escape.

  • Colonel Swayne was not able to continue the pursuit, and returned to Berbera.

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