“pursuit”

Definitions

• noun

  the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture

  Synonyms: chase, pursual, following, accomplishment, activity, aim, area, art, avocation, bag, business, butt

  • Example:“The culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit.”

• noun

  a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria

  Synonyms: pursuance, quest

  • Example:“the pursuit of love”
  • Example:“Life is more than the pursuance of fame.”

• noun

  an auxiliary activity

  Synonyms: avocation, hobby, sideline, spare-time activity

• noun

  a diversion that occupies one's time and thoughts (usually pleasantly)

  Synonyms: pastime, interest

  • Example:“Sailing is her favorite pastime.”
  • Example:“His main pastime is gambling.”