Synonyms of look for

look for

phrase

1

as in pursue

to go in search of

She had been looking for a job for months.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pursue
• seek
• search (for or out)
• look up
• chase (down)
• shop (for)
• forage (for)
• cast about (for)
• hunt
• cast around (for)
• quest
• root (out)
• ferret (out)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lose
• ignore
• hide
• neglect

2

as in woo

to act so as to make (something) more likely

They were just looking for trouble.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• woo
• invite
• court
• ask (for)
• seek
• flirt (with)
• fish (for)
• angle (for)
• search
• hunt
• tempt
• provoke

3

as in expect

to believe in the future occurrence of (something)

They were looking for their first win of the season.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• expect
• await
• anticipate
• watch (for)
• hope (for)
• rely (on or upon)
• eye
• wait (for)
• depend (on or upon)
• contemplate
• count (on or upon)
• foresee
• predict
• bank on
• envision
• view
• presume
• assume
• envisage
• foretell
• prophesy
• presuppose

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• question
• doubt

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of look for

Brandon is looking for a nurturing family that can provide him with a sense of understanding and support. — The Star, Kansas City Star, 10 Oct. 2026

But Goldschmidt, still looking for a championship, was one of three Yankees who were restricted to first base or DH this year, joining García and Ben Rice. — Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 9 Oct. 2026

But the show, which premiered on the streamer Wednesday, is exactly what Howell was looking for after gaining years of experience in horror films. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026

The show opened with a model in a sheer set with lingerie details, an unseemingly sexy look for Chanel, carrying Gabrielle’s own Chanel flap bag, which is preserved in the Chanel Patrimoine, the archival and heritage department of the house. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 9 Oct. 2026