sought
v. B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈsɔt// UK //sˈɔːt// sought
v. the past form of 'seek'. It means you looked for something or tried to get something.
v. the past tense and past participle of 'seek'. It describes the act of searching for, requesting, or attempting to obtain something.
She sought advice from her teacher after the lesson.
The company sought a legal expert to help them understand the new international trade laws.
Having exhausted all local resources, the refugees sought asylum in a neighboring country that promised safety and economic stability.
Usage
The verb is transitive and often takes an abstract noun as its object, such as 'help', 'advice', or 'refuge', rather than physical objects.
Pitfall
He seeked for a new jobHe sought a new jobThe verb is irregular; the past form is 'sought', not 'seeked'.