Synonyms for Pursuit
Definition of pursuit
- noun
- the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture; "the culprit started to run and the cop took off in pursuit"
- a search for an alternative that meets cognitive criteria; "the pursuit of love"; "life is more than the pursuance of fame"; "a quest for wealth"
- an auxiliary activity
4 synonyms found
Writing tips for "pursuit"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like chase, following, hunt can replace "pursuit" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
"Pursuit" in song lyrics
See how pursuit is used in real songs:
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"Move quick, Bad Boys in hot pursuit"
69 Boyz f/ K-Knock — Five O, Five O (Here They Come) -
"leavin' on some hot pursuit,"
Aesop Rock f/ Breeze Brewin, Cage — Getaway Car -
"The empire created, the next noble pursuit"
Alexipharmic — Fox News