PURSUIT

/pəˈsʉːt/ ► audio Scrabble 9 Words With Friends 12

Scrabble letter values: P3U1R1S1U1I1T1 = 9

Definition

  1. noun the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture. — synonyms: chase, pursual, following
  2. noun a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria. — synonyms: pursuance, quest
  3. noun an auxiliary activity. — synonyms: avocation, by-line, hobby, sideline, spare-time_activity
  4. noun a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly). — synonyms: pastime, interest

Examples

  • “the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit”
  • “the pursuit of love”
  • “life is more than the pursuance of fame”

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