Definition of seek

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  • seek is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 8
  • seek is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 8
  • seek is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 8

Definition of seek

  • make an effort or attempt (verb)

    Examples

    1. She always seeks to do good in the world

    Synonyms

    1. assay
    2. attempt
    3. essay
    4. try
  • try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. look for
    2. search
  • go to or towards (verb)

    Examples

    1. a liquid seeks its own level
  • inquire for (verb)

    Examples

    1. seek directions from a local
  • the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk (noun)
  • try to get or reach (verb)

    Examples

    1. seek a position
    2. seek an education
    3. seek happiness

See definition of seek in Merriam Webster