Seek

Verb (used with object)

to go in search or quest of

to seek the truth.

to try to find or discover by searching or questioning

to seek the solution to a problem.

to try to obtain

to seek fame.

to try or attempt (usually fol. by an infinitive)

to seek to convince a person.

to go to

to seek a place to rest.

to ask for; request

to seek advice.

Archaic . to search or explore.

Verb (used without object)

to make inquiry. ?

Idiom

be sought after

to be desired or in demand

Graduates in the physical sciences are most sought after by employers these days.

Antonyms

verb

find , neglect , answer , reply

Synonyms

verb

be after , beat the bushes * , bird-dog , bob for , cast about , chase , comb , delve , delve for , dig for , dragnet , explore , fan , ferret out , fish , fish for * , follow , go after , gun for , hunt , inquire , investigate , leave no stone unturned , look about , look around , look high and low , mouse * , nose * , prowl , pursue , quest , ransack , root , run after , scout , scratch , search for , search out , sniff out , track down , aim , aspire to , assay , endeavor , essay , have a go at , offer , strive , struggle , undertake , beg , entreat , find out , invite , petition , query , request , solicit , look , search , aspire , ask , try , aim at , attempt , court , examine , probe , sniff , strive after , trace