Synonyms for seek

Synonyms for (noun) seek

Synonyms: seek

Definition: the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk

Similar words: motion, movement

Definition: a natural event that involves a change in the position or location of something


Synonyms for (verb) seek

Synonyms: seek

Definition: inquire for

Usage: seek directions from a local

Similar words: request

Definition: inquire for (information)

Usage: I requested information from the secretary


Synonyms: seek

Definition: go to or towards

Usage: a liquid seeks its own level

Similar words: go, locomote, travel, move

Definition: change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

Usage: How fast does your new car go?; We travelled from Rome to Naples by bus; The policemen went from door to door looking for the suspect; The soldiers moved towards the city in an attempt to take it before night fell; news travelled fast


Synonyms: seek

Definition: try to get or reach

Usage: seek a position; seek an education; seek happiness

Similar words: desire, want

Definition: feel or have a desire for; want strongly

Usage: I want to go home now; I want my own room


Synonyms: essay, seek, assay, attempt, try

Definition: make an effort or attempt

Usage: He tried to shake off his fears; The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps; The police attempted to stop the thief; He sought to improve himself; She always seeks to do good in the world

Similar words: move, act

Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)

Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel


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