Sought Synonyms and Antonyms

sôt
Being searched for
(Adjective)
Synonyms:
  1. wanted
  2. needed
  3. sought-after
  4. desired
Make an effort or attempt
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. tried
  2. attempted
  3. essayed
  4. striven
  5. endeavored
  6. assayed
Antonyms:
  1. neglected
Ask, inquire
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. solicited
  2. requested
  3. asked
  4. queried
Antonyms:
  1. found
  2. replied
  3. answered
To strive toward a goal
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. aspired
  2. aimed

Words Related to Sought

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.

Sought Sentence Examples

  • She eagerly slid into his embrace and welcomed the warm lips that sought hers.

  • Starting to panic, Deidre sought some escape route.

  • He sought you out?

  • Her eyes sought out a familiar form and found him.

  • Some had escaped, though not with the treasure they sought to protect.

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