seeking

/ˈsikɪŋ/
verb
  1. To try to find or obtain something.
    • She is seeking a new job in the city.
    • The explorers were seeking a hidden treasure in the jungle.
    • He spent years seeking the truth about his family history.
  2. To ask for or request something, such as help, advice, or permission.
    • She sought permission from her parents to go on the trip.
    • You should seek professional advice before making a big decision.
    • The company is seeking investors for its new project.
  3. To try to achieve or reach a goal or state.
    • They are seeking a peaceful solution to the conflict.
    • The organization seeks to reduce poverty in rural areas.
    • Many people seek happiness through their careers.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. Describing someone or something that is looking for or trying to obtain something.
    • He had a seeking mind, always curious about how things worked.
    • The seeking eyes of the child scanned the room for her mother.
    • The seeking behavior of the dog showed it was hungry.
noun
  1. The act of looking for or trying to obtain something.
    • The seeking of knowledge is a lifelong journey.
    • His constant seeking of approval made him anxious.
    • The seeking of new opportunities is part of growth.
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