Synonyms of pursued

pursued

verb

past tense of pursue

1

as in chased

to go after or on the track of

the policeman doggedly pursued the pickpocket through the crowded subway station

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chased
• tracked
• followed
• escorted
• accompanied
• traced
• trailed
• hounded
• dogged
• tailed
• shadowed
• ran after
• tagged
• coursed
• sought
• watched
• bird-dogged
• ran
• hunted
• observed
• chaperoned
• eyed
• searched (for)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• led
• guided
• piloted
• headed

2

as in sought

to go in search of

urged the graduates to pursue personal fulfillment instead of financial success

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sought
• hunted
• chased (down)
• searched (for or out)
• looked up
• shopped (for)
• cast about (for)
• looked for
• cast around (for)
• foraged (for)
• quested
• rooted (out)
• ferreted (out)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• lost
• ignored
• hid
• neglected

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pursued

The Navy has pursued a range of systems, including unmanned aerial systems, uncrewed surface vessels and unmanned underwater vehicles. — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2026

Among homeowners who pursued at least one claim, 53% said their premiums increased by half or more over the past five years. — Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 25 Sep. 2026

Now adults, the brothers have pursued various careers and both Brett and Jordan have even shared the screen with Woody in a few Hollywood projects. — Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2026

Murphy’s office ultimately pursued a different legislative strategy, less about passing bills than making points. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 24 Sep. 2026

However, these hypothetical scenarios would only be pursued if unions don’t find a solution before then. — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Responding officers pursued them thorough several towns, ending the pursuit due to public safety concerns, police said. — Dennis Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026

And when the pursued begins to circle a residential area — a common occurrence during police pursuits — all news helicopters are expected to stop and hover in place, even if their shots are temporarily blocked by trees and buildings. — Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026

The administration has not announced plans for a military operation against Cuba, and officials have also pursued diplomatic contacts with Havana. — Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 19 Sep. 2026