What does "seeking" mean?

1. (looking for or trying to get) looking for something or trying to achieve a goal. 2. (the act of searching) the act of searching for something, often used for deep or spiritual goals.

How do you use "seeking"?

Often followed by a direct object representing the thing desired. Frequently used as a gerund followed by 'of'.

seeking

v. · n.

US //ˈsikɪŋ// UK //sˈiːkɪŋ// seek·ing

1 looking for or trying to get (v.)
B1 Intermediate

looking for something or trying to achieve a goal.

the present participle of 'seek', describing the ongoing attempt to find, obtain, or achieve something.

Example

The company is currently seeking a new manager for the sales department.

Example

The humanitarian organisation is actively seeking donations to provide clean water and medical supplies to the affected regions.

Usage

Often followed by a direct object representing the thing desired.
- avoiding
- ignoring
2 the act of searching (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate Formal

the act of searching for something, often used for deep or spiritual goals.

the act of searching or a quest; often used in philosophical or abstract contexts.

Example

His life was a constant seeking for the truth about his family history.

Example

The philosopher argued that the seeking of wisdom is a lifelong journey that requires both humility and persistence.

Usage

Frequently used as a gerund followed by 'of'.

Origin

From seek + -ing.