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pursue Synonyms
Another word for pursue
Choosing another word for pursue depends on context, so the 21 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To seek to attain or accomplish a goal, ambition, or course of action over a period of time.
Usage Example
"After completing her undergraduate degree, she decided to seek a career in environmental law."
Strongest
seek
strive for
Strong
work toward
aim for
go after
aspire to
• verb (Context 2)
To follow someone or something in order to catch, overtake, or capture them.
Usage Example
"The cheetah continued to chase the gazelle across the open savanna."
Strongest
chase
follow
Strong
track
trail
hunt
hound
stalk
shadow
• verb (Context 3)
To engage in, carry on, or investigate a subject, activity, or line of inquiry further.
Usage Example
"The committee chose not to follow up the matter any further during the afternoon session."
Strong
follow up
investigate
look into
continue
explore
carry on
conduct
Opposites of pursue
The opposite of pursue shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
give up
abandon
flee
run away
drop
evade
forsake
ignore
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Pursue. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/pursue