pursuit
/pəˈsjuːt/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: pursuits
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The act of pursuing.
Noun
Examples
Unremitting pursuit of wealth doesn't bring happiness, particularly if successful.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A hobby or recreational activity, done regularly.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “pursuit” mean?
The act of pursuing.
Is “pursuit” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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