Seeker — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈsēk/ (verb) /ˌself-ˈsē-kər/ (noun)

Meaning & Definition of Seeker

Seeker (verb)

  1. to resort to, go to
  2. to go in search of, look for
  3. to try to discover

Seeker (noun)

  1. a self-seeking person

Seeker (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. one who seeks an office, honor, position, or award

    "predicted a tough year for summer job seekers"

    similar: applicant, applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant, hopeful, prospect
    related: competitor, contestant, entrant, entry, favorite, qualifier, dark horse, spoiler, stalking horse, crown prince, favorite son, claimant, pretender, nominee, running mate
    opposite: noncandidate
    near: incumbent, officeholder, awardee, honoree, inductee, dropout

Related Entry: Seek (verb)

Seek is a different word from Seeker. The synonyms below are for seek, not for seeker.

  1. to go in search of

    "Henry Hudson was set adrift by mutinous crewmen while seeking the Northwest Passage to the Pacific Ocean"

    similar: cast about (for), cast around (for), chase (down), forage (for), hunt, look up, pursue, quest, search (for or out), shop (for), look for
    related: ferret (out), root (out)
    near: hide, lose, ignore, neglect

  2. to make a request for

    "came seeking financial advice"

    similar: ask (for), bespeak, call (for), desire, plead (for), quest, request, solicit, speak (for), sue (for)
    related: apply (for), beg (for), claim, clamor (for), importune, urge, wish (for), demand, enjoin, exact, insist (on), petition (for), press (for), require, requisition, invite, invoke

  3. to make an effort to do

    "seek to find the best solution"

    similar: assay, attempt, endeavor, essay, strive, try, have a go at, shoot at, try one's hand (at)
    related: fight, strain, struggle, toil, trouble, work, aim, aspire, hope, assume, take up, undertake
    near: drop, give up, quit

Related Entry: Self-seeker (noun)

Self-seeker is a different word from Seeker. The synonyms below are for self-seeker, not for seeker.

  1. one who does things only for his own benefit and with little regard for right and wrong

    "he's a self-seeker who is nice only to people who can do him favors"

    similar: bottom-feeder, chancer (British), opportunist, temporizer
    related: egocentric, egoist, egotist, conniver, machinator, plotter, schemer, barracuda, shark, hanger-on, leech
    near: altruist

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Seeker

The most common words with a similar meaning to Seeker:

applicant, applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant, hopeful, prospect

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Seeker

Words with the opposite meaning of Seeker:

noncandidate

Related Words for Seeker

competitor, contestant, entrant, entry, favorite, qualifier, dark horse, spoiler, stalking horse, crown prince, favorite son, claimant, pretender, nominee, running mate

Near Antonyms of Seeker

incumbent, officeholder, awardee, honoree, inductee, dropout

Word Forms of Seeker

Inflections: sought, seeking

Derived words: seeker (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Seeker

Middle English seken, from Old English sēcan; akin to Old High German suohhen to seek, Latin sagus prophetic, Greek hēgeisthai to lead

First known use: before 12th centuryt

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Seeker

Words & Phrases Containing Seeker

self-seeker

Frequently Asked Questions about Seeker

What does "Seeker" mean?

"Seeker" means to resort to, go to. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to resort to, go to.

What is another word for "Seeker"?

Other words for "Seeker" include applicant, applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant and hopeful. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Seeker" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Seeker"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Seeker". Common alternatives include applicant, applier, aspirant, campaigner, candidate, contender, expectant, hopeful and prospect.

What is the opposite of "Seeker"?

Antonyms of "Seeker" include noncandidate. Near antonyms include incumbent, officeholder, awardee and honoree.

How do you use "Seeker" in a sentence?

Examples of "Seeker" in a sentence: "predicted a tough year for summer job seekers".

Is "Seeker" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Seeker" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Seeker" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Seeker" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Seeker"?

"Seeker" is pronounced /ˈsēk/ as a verb and /ˌself-ˈsē-kər/ as a noun.