pursued

[pərˈsuːd]

pursued Definition

• 1. follow (someone or something) in order to catch or attack them
• 2. continue or proceed along (a path or route)

Using pursued: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "pursued" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The police pursued the suspect through the streets.

• Example

  He decided to pursue a career in medicine.

• Example

  She pursued her dream of becoming an actress.

• Example

  The company is pursuing new business opportunities.

pursued Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for pursued

• chase
• hunt
• track
• trail
• follow

Antonyms for pursued

• abandon
• give up

Idioms Using pursued

• hotly pursued

  strongly sought after or contested

  Example

  The job opening was hotly pursued by many qualified candidates.

• pursue one's lips

  press one's lips together tightly, often as a sign of disapproval or anger

  Example

  When she heard the news, she pursed her lips and shook her head in disbelief.

• pursue the matter

  continue to investigate or discuss a particular issue or topic

  Example

  After receiving a complaint from a customer, the company decided to pursue the matter further to determine the cause of the problem.

Phrases with pursued

• pursue a goal

  work towards achieving a particular objective

  Example

  He has been pursuing his goal of becoming a professional athlete since he was a child.

• pursue a hobby

  engage in an activity for pleasure or relaxation

  Example

  In his free time, he likes to pursue his hobby of painting.

• pursue a degree

  work towards obtaining an academic qualification

  Example

  She decided to pursue a degree in psychology after taking an introductory course in college.

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Summary: pursued in Brief

The verb 'pursued' [pərˈsuːd] means to follow someone or something in order to catch or attack them, or to continue or proceed along a path or route. It can be used in various contexts, such as chasing a suspect or pursuing a career or hobby. Phrases like 'pursue a goal' and 'pursue a degree' denote working towards achieving a particular objective. Idioms like 'hotly pursued' and 'pursue the matter' convey strong pursuit or investigation.