Simple Definition of seek
: to search for (someone or something) : to try to find (someone or something)
: to ask for (help, advice, etc.)
: to try to get or achieve (something)
Full Definition of seek
sought play \ˈsȯt\ seeking
1 : to resort to : go to
2a : to go in search of : look forb : to try to discover
3 : to ask for : request <seeks advice>
4 : to try to acquire or gain : aim at <seek fame>
5 : to make an attempt : try —used with to and an infinitive <governments…seek to keep the bulk of their people contented — D. M. Potter>
1 : to make a search or inquiry
2a : to be soughtb : to be lacking <in critical judgment…they were sadly to seek — Times Literary Supplement>
Examples of seek in a sentence
The office is seeking a salesperson.
The prince is seeking a wife.
Snakes seek the sun to warm their bodies.
You should visit your doctor and seek his advice.
You should seek medical help immediately if you experience any chest pain or shortness of breath.
The church is seeking donations.
He sought revenge for his son's murder.
During the war, she sought asylum in Spain.
They sought refuge in Canada.
The company is seeking new ways to improve service.
Origin of seek
Middle English seken, from Old English sēcan; akin to Old High German suohhen to seek, Latin sagus prophetic, Greek hēgeisthai to lead
First Known Use: before 12th century
SEEK Defined for Kids
Definition of seek for Students
1 : to try to find <seek help> <… foxes called to each other, seeking again their lifelong mates. — Jean Craighead George, My Side of the Mountain>
2 : to try to win or get <He sought revenge.>
3 : to make an attempt <Doctors are seeking to find a cure.>
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