Synonyms of pursuits

pursuits

noun

plural of pursuit

as in sports

an activity outside of one's regular occupation that is engaged in primarily for pleasure

a workaholic with few pursuits outside of the office

Synonyms & Similar Words

• sports
• hobbies
• avocations
• amusements
• recreations
• pastimes
• entertainments
• hobbyhorses
• relaxations
• diversions
• distractions

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pursuits

That’s what makes Smart’s and Zendaya’s pursuits so compelling. — Clayton Davis, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026

Vidal’s lawsuit cites statistics showing that police pursuits and crashes rose sharply under the Adams administration. — John Annese, New York Daily News, 7 Aug. 2026

In 2025, troopers used the tactic in 225 of the 435 pursuits they were involved in, state police statistics show. — Grant Lancaster, Arkansas Online, 7 Aug. 2026

Above all, businesses should view their risk management partner as an ongoing strategic advisor — one whose goal is to ensure fair recovery after legitimate claims while preventing costly pursuits whenever possible. — Sentry Insurance, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026

Even the most casual sports fan understands that tennis is among the most punishing of athletic pursuits. — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026

Prior to his political pursuits, El-Sayed, a Michigan native raised by Egyptian immigrant parents, studied to be a doctor at Columbia University but didn’t pursue a traditional career in medicine. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026

What might have seemed dull to a thought stimulated by the senses or by intellectual pursuits becomes an opportunity to listen for what Christ is imparting to us – nurturing our progress in understanding the things of Spirit, God. — Tony Lobl, Christian Science Monitor, 4 Aug. 2026

All talk of business and politics are set aside in favor of conversations about food and other leisurely pursuits. — Laura Itzkowitz, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Aug. 2026