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Definition of seek

seek

/siːk/
Past Simple:sought
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Past Participle:sought
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Present Participle:seeking
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• verb

1

To attempt to find, locate, or discover someone or something.

Example

"Graduating students often seek internships that align with their long-term career goals."

2

To endeavor to obtain, achieve, or accomplish a particular goal or condition.

Example

"The organization continues to seek peaceful diplomatic solutions to the regional dispute."

3

To ask for or request assistance, advice, or permission from someone.

Example

"Patients are advised to seek medical attention immediately if their symptoms worsen."

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• Rhymes for seek

• Nearby Words

seedtime
seedy
seeing
seek
seeker
seem
seeming

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'sēcan' (to search for, pursue, or inquire), of Proto-Germanic origin and ultimately related to Latin 'sāgīre' (to perceive keenly by scent).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Seek. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/seek
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